Question

Can we edit genes?

Answer 1

Gene

1. Gene is a subunit of heredity structure that transfers from one generation to another.
2. Each gene contains information about certain traits like hair colour, eye colour, etc.
3. Genes are present at a specific location on a chromosome.
4. Gene editing techniques are used for creating a new species of crops, treating gene base diseases, etc
5. Example: CRISPR-Cas9 is a technique currently used for gene editing.

CRISPR-Cas9

1. CRISPR- Cas9 stands for clustered regularly interspaced palindromic repeats associated with the nuclease 9 system.
2. It is a potential technique widely used for gene editing.
3. CRISPR- Cas9 technique has the potential to eliminate and disrupt HIV-related genes.
4. CRISPR technology is useful because it eliminates genetic diseases, other deformities, agricultural production, and the possibility of producing designer babies.
5. By using gene-editing technology we can edit genes.