Which of the Following Statements About RNAi are True? Select

Question

Which of the following statements about RNAi are true? Select all that apply.
A)RNAi sequences are designed to be complementary to the rRNA that will function in the translation of a gene of interest.
B)Once the complementary RNAi sequences enter the cell,they bind with the target RNA,producing double-stranded RNA molecules.
C)These double-stranded RNA molecules are then broken down by a series of enzymes within the cell.
D)RNAi is being researched as a potential treatment for a number of human diseases including cancer and hepatitis.

Accepted Answer

RNAi sequences are designed to be complementary to the mRNA transcribed by a gene of interest.Once the complementary RNA sequences enter the cell,they bind with the target RNA,producing double-stranded RNA molecules.These double-stranded RNA molecules are then broken down by a series of enzymes within the cell.Research into developing RNAi treatments for a number of human diseases,including cancer and hepatitis,is currently underway.