What Is the Relationship Between Operons and Transcription Units

question 14

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between operons and transcription units?

• A) They are synonymous terms.
• B) An operon consists of a transcription unit plus associated regulatory DNA sequences.
• C) A transcription unit consists of an operon plus associated regulatory DNA sequences.
• D) An operon is composed of multiple transcription units.
• E) A transcription unit is composed of multiple operons.

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