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In RNA $i$, the genes are silenced using
BiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsNEETNEET 2019 (Odisha)
Options:
  • A dsRNA
  • B SsDNA
  • C ssRNA
  • D dsDNA
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The correct answer is: dsRNA
In RNA $i$, the genes are silenced using dsRNA. RNA interference (RNA $i$ ) takes place in all eukaryotic organisms as a method of cellular defence. This method involves silencing of a specific mRNA due to a complementary dsRNA molecule that binds to and prevents translation of the mRNA (silencing).

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