What is a knockout mouse?
Genetically modified mouse
Wild mouse
Lab mouse
Pet mouse
Answer
A knockout mouse is a genetically modified mouse in which a specific gene has been inactivated or "knocked out." This is achieved through genetic engineering techniques, typically by replacing the functional gene with a non-functional version. Knockout mice are used to study the function of specific genes by observing the effects of their absence on the mouse's phenotype, behavior, and physiology.
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