If the Lac Operon Is Used as a Receptor for the Lux

question 37

Multiple Choice

If the lac operon is used as a receptor for the lux operon, the presence of lactose would cause the cell to

• A) Produce lactose.
• B) Grow better.
• C) Emit light.
• D) Use light energy.
• E) Die.

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