Bioluminescence Is Controlled by the Gene Regulatory Mechanism Called Quorum

question 80

Multiple Choice

Bioluminescence is controlled by the gene regulatory mechanism called quorum sensing, wherein the

• A) depletion of oxygen is detected by an inducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon (genes luxCDABE).
• B) accumulation of an inducer molecule activates transcription of the lux operon (genes luxCDABE).
• C) absence of light activates an inducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon (genes luxCDABE).
• D) host tissues produce an autoinducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon (genes luxCDABE).

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