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Glucose's Impact on Lac Operon

Glucose's Impact on Lac Operon

15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation / Glucose's Impact on Lac Operon / Problem 3

In the context of gene regulation, how does the binding of cAMP to CRP influence the expression of genes involved in lactose metabolism?

A

It prevents CRP from binding to DNA, reducing gene expression.

B

It has no effect on CRP's ability to bind to DNA or influence gene expression.

C

It enables CRP to bind to DNA more effectively, enhancing gene expression.

D

It triggers the degradation of CRP, diminishing gene expression.

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