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UPSC CSE Prelims Gene Editing, Stem Cells, Nanotechnology & 3D Printing Applications Flashcards

Master 8 gene editing, stem cells, nanotechnology & 3d printing applications concepts for the UPSC CSE Prelims.

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Complete the description of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing mechanism:

In the CRISPR-Cas9 system, the locates the specific target DNA sequence, while the acts as molecular scissors to cut the DNA, allowing for targeted gene insertion or deletion.

Question

Consider the following statements regarding CRISPR technology and its ethical concerns:

  1. Somatic cell gene editing changes are passed down to the patient's offspring.
  2. Germline editing modifies embryos, making the genetic changes heritable.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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