Practice Other Genome Editing Techniques - 3 | CRISPR and Genome Editing | Genetic Engineering Basic
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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does ZFN stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what ZF might refer to in the context of DNA.

Question 2

Easy

What is the main advantage of CRISPR over ZFN and TALEN?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how design and application differ among these tools.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main disadvantage of Zinc Finger Nucleases?

  • Complex design
  • Costly programming
  • Less precision

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the expertise required to use ZFN.

Question 2

True or False: TALEN is easier to design than CRISPR.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Evaluate how CRISPR simplifies the process.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Assess the implications of off-target effects in CRISPR-based therapies. What could be the consequences of a gene being altered unintentionally?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how critical precision is in medical applications.

Question 2

Imagine you need to select a genome editing tool for a project aimed at increasing crop resilience. Discuss the pros and cons of using CRISPR vs ZFN or TALEN.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the goals of your project and what resource allocation may look like for each tool.

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