Question

RNA interference can be a mechanism of defense against viral infection as well as for regulation of gene expression. RNA interference can be a mechanism of defense against viral infection as well as for regulation of gene expression.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

True

Step-by-step explanation:

RNA interference is one of the cell's mechanism to regulate gene expression. Two classes of RNA, micro RNA (miRNA) and small interfering RNA (siRNA) are responsible for post transcriptional gene regulation. RNA interference can also help to fight against viral infection. They prevent the transcription of viral gene and in some cases also lead to its degradation by initiating attack from various protein complexes called as ribonucleases.