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What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in the news?
PRELIMS 2019 · SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in the news?
Attempt this previous-year question. The correct option stays hidden until you choose.
Pick an option to check yourself.
• Correct Answer: A
• Cas9 is an RNA-guided endonuclease enzyme acting as molecular scissors in the CRISPR-Cas9 targeted gene editing system.
• Options B, C, D mischaracterize it as a biosensor, plant gene, or herbicide.
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