Multiple Choice
In RNAi, imperfect pairing of miRNA to target mRNA results in ____ or ____, while perfect pairing of miRNA to target mRNA causes ____.
A) blocking transcription of the target mRNA; a shorter half-life for the mRNA; mRNA degradation
B) blocking translation of the target mRNA; a shorter half-life for the mRNA; mRNA degradation
C) recruitment of siRNA; a shorter half-life for the mRNA; blocking translation of the target mRNA
D) mRNA degradation; a longer half-life for the mRNA; recruitment of siRNA
E) blocking target mRNA transcription; blocking translation of the target mRNA; a longer half-life for the mRNA
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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