In RNAi, genes are silenced using
$s s$ DNA
ds DNA
ds RNA
$s s$ RNA
The first clinical gene therapy was done for the treatment of
AIDS
Cancer
Cystic fibrosis
SCID (Severe Combined Immuno Deficiency) resulting from the deficiency of ADA
ADA is an enzyme which is deficient in a genetic disorder SCID. What is the full form of ADA?
Adenosine Deoxy Aminase
Adenosine Deaminase
Aspartate Deaminase
Arginine Deaminase
Silencing of a gene could be achieved through the use of
short interfering RNA (RNAi) only
antisense RNA only
Both RNAi and antisense RNA
None of these
In view of the current food crisis, it is said, that we need another green revolution. Highlight the major limitations of the earlier green revolution.
Major limitations of the earlier green revolution are as follows
(i) Generally undesired characters also breed along with desired ones.
(ii) Regular use of fertilisers affected both soil fertility and quality.
(iii) Extensive use of pesticides/insecticides/weedicides resulted in harmful effects on the natural components of the ecosystem.
So, another green revolution that can curb these problems and enhance the quality food production in limited land resources is certainly required.