In RNAi, the genes are silenced by the formation of:
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A
ds RNA
B
ds DNA
C
ss DNA
D
ss RNA
Correct Answer
ds RNA
Detailed Explanation
RNA interference (RNAi) takes place in all eukaryotic organisms as a method of cellular defense. 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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