Scientists can use the CRISPR-Cas9 technique to control gene expression by activating or deactivating specific genes. This can be achieved through several approaches, such as using CRISPR interference (CRISPRi) to inhibit gene expression or CRISPR activation (CRISPRa) to enhance gene expression. By precisely targeting regions of the genome, researchers can effectively turn genes on or off, allowing for the study of gene function and the potential development of therapeutic strategies for various diseases.
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CRISPR-Cas9 is a genetic modification technique that edits parts of the genome of an organism. Using this technique scientists can add, remove, or modify sections of the DNA sequence.
How can scientists use this technique to control gene expression?
By identifying how closely related one individual is to another
By calculating the number of genes different organisms produce
By determining the number of chromosomes in an organism
By activating or deactivating specific genes
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