Which of the following is true about RNAi process? | CGP Edu

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the following is true about RNAi process?

A

It is a method of cellular defense.

B

It involves silencing of a specific mRNA due to a complementary dsRNA molecule.

C

Source of complementary RNA in this process may be infection by viruses having RNA genomes.

D

All are true

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The correct answer is:

RNA interference (RNAi) is a cellular defense mechanism that silences specific mRNA using complementary double-stranded RNA (dsRNA). The dsRNA can originate from RNA viruses. Therefore, all statements are correct.

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