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STANDARD Zoology Operon Model MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

The lac operon consists of

Question diagram
A

Four regulatory genes only

B

One regulatory gene and three structural genes

C

Two regulatory genes and two structural genes

D

Three regulatory genes and three structural genes

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The lac operon consists of one regulatory gene (lacI) and three structural genes (lacZ, lacY, lacA) involved in lactose metabolism.

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