Practice The Lac Operon - 5.8.1 | 5. MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE | CBSE Grade-12 Biology
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Question 1

Easy

What is the function of the lac operon?

💡 Hint: Think about what the operon regulates.

Question 2

Easy

Name one of the enzymes produced by the lac operon.

💡 Hint: This enzyme helps in breaking down lactose.

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Question 1

What is the function of the lac operon?

  • a) Regulation of glucose metabolism
  • b) Metabolism of lactose
  • c) Repair of DNA

💡 Hint: Focus on what substrate the genes within the operon act upon.

Question 2

True or False: The lac operon is only positively regulated.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the dual control mechanisms.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss the implications for E. coli survival if a mutation in the lac operon permanently activates the operon regardless of lactose presence.

💡 Hint: Consider the energy costs of unnecessary enzyme production.

Question 2

How would the lac operon respond to the combined presence of lactose and high glucose levels in the environment?

💡 Hint: Think about the preference of bacteria for energy sources.

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