Question

If a cell is genetically engineered to over-express a protein, what is one of the possible side-effects?

	A.	The cell will become dormant because the excess overproduction of the protein will use up all of the cell's energy.
	B.	The overly high concentration will cause the protein to clump together or form insoluble crystals.
	C.	The protein's over-activity will create a cancer cell.
	D.	The protein will cause the cell to explode.

Answer 1

Answer

The correct option is option B. The overly high concentration will cause the protein to clump together or form insoluble crystals.

overexpression - In biology, to make too many copies of a protein or other substance is called Overexpression.

All the other options are incorrect. The cell does not become dormant due to the overproduction of the protein. so option A is incorrect.incorrect. protein does not cause the cell to explode so option D is incorrect.