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Question
Which revolutionary gene editing technology is mentioned as having the potential to cure sickle cell disease, which affects 2–3% of Nigerians?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
In the 'Future of technology' section, it specifies: 'Gene Therapy & CRISPR: Is a revolutionary, and precise gene editing technology that allows scientist to edit genes by acting as molecular scissors to cut, delete or replace scientific genetic sequences and potentially cure sickle cell disease, which affects 2–3% of Nigerians.'
Hint
Look for a technology that specifically involves 'gene editing' or 'gene therapy' with a direct link to curing genetic diseases.