Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (14th Edition)

Published by Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.
ISBN 10: 1305073959
ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-395-1

Chapter 10 - Self-Quiz - Page 174: 9

Answer

Option D

Work Step by Step

Knockout is the process of inactivation of a gene by introducing a mutation that can prevent its expression, or by deleting it entirely. A knockout organism (whose gene has been knocked out) may differ from normal individuals, and the differences are indicative of the function of the missing gene product.
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