Why is the use of RNAi as a means for blocking RNA translation preferred over the use of antisense RNA?
A) RNAi can be used with DNA chips.
B) Only RNAi can be used to test cause-and-effect relationships.
C) RNAi is more stable than antisense RNA.
D) RNAi is single-stranded and thus easier to produce.
E) None of the above

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RNAi is more stable and effective than antisense RNA because it involves the use of double-stranded RNA, which is more resistant to degradation and can effectively silence gene expression by targeting mRNA for degradation.

Why Is the Use of RNAi as a Means for Blocking