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    CRISPR/Cas9 is a biological tool discovered in bacteria that allows scientists to edit genes. It functions by using RNA to guide an enzyme called Cas9 to cut DNA at specific sites matching the RNA, enabling genes to be removed, repaired, or replaced. CRISPR/Cas9 is significant because it is more accurate, affordable, and faster than previous gene editing methods, allowing it to be used for applications such as combating genetic diseases and modifying organisms.

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    CRISPR/Cas9 is a biological tool discovered in bacteria that allows scientists to edit genes. It functions by using RNA to guide an enzyme called Cas9 to cut DNA at specific sites matching the RNA, enabling genes to be removed, repaired, or replaced. CRISPR/Cas9 is significant because it is more accurate, affordable, and faster than previous gene editing methods, allowing it to be used for applications such as combating genetic diseases and modifying organisms.

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    CRISPR/Cas9 is a biological tool discovered in bacteria that allows scientists to edit genes. It functions by using RNA to guide an enzyme called Cas9 to cut DNA at specific sites matching the RNA, enabling genes to be removed, repaired, or replaced. CRISPR/Cas9 is significant because it is more accurate, affordable, and faster than previous gene editing methods, allowing it to be used for applications such as combating genetic diseases and modifying organisms.

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    What is CRISPR/Cas 9?

    How was CRISPR/Cas 9 discovered?

    How does CRISPR/Cas 9 function?

    What makes CRISPR/Cas9 so special?

    What can CRISPR/Cas 9 be used for?


    CRISPR/Cas 9 is a biological tool that can be
    used to edit genes.
    CRISPR
    clustered regularly interspaced
    short palindromic repeats
    Cas9
    stores RNA and cuts up genes that match
    the RNA it stores
    genes
    segments of DNA that contribute to our outward
    appearance and our characteristics.
    a genome is the total amount of DNA within a
    cell - in this case within the bacteria
    Non-Homologus end joining
    Homology-Directed Repair:
    Homology-Directed Repair:
    CRISPR/Cas9 allows Scientists to:
    Silence Genes

    Insert a completely new gene in


    the old one's place
    CRISPR stands out from other gene
    therapies because of:
    Accuracy

    Price
    Time needed
    Genetically modify plants
    Create new antibiotics
    or immunity
    Create gene drives to
    genetically modify a
    whole species
    Combat genetic diseases

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