Practice - Other Genome Editing Techniques
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Practice Questions
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What does ZFN stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what ZF might refer to in the context of DNA.
What is the main advantage of CRISPR over ZFN and TALEN?
💡 Hint: Consider how design and application differ among these tools.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the main disadvantage of Zinc Finger Nucleases?
💡 Hint: Think about the expertise required to use ZFN.
True or False: TALEN is easier to design than CRISPR.
💡 Hint: Evaluate how CRISPR simplifies the process.
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Challenge Problems
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Assess the implications of off-target effects in CRISPR-based therapies. What could be the consequences of a gene being altered unintentionally?
💡 Hint: Consider how critical precision is in medical applications.
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.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the goals of your project and what resource allocation may look like for each tool.
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