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Assuming that attenuation is a relatively inefficient way to achieve genetic reg

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Question

Assuming that attenuation is a relatively inefficient way to achieve genetic regulation, what might explain its widespread occurrence?

Select two corect statements.

It prevents the mutation of genes.

It can regulate the binding of different proteins to DNA sections.

It provides a fine level of control over gene expression.

It can be achieved in a rather straightforward manner with amino acids.

a.

It prevents the mutation of genes.

b.

It can regulate the binding of different proteins to DNA sections.

c.

It provides a fine level of control over gene expression.

d.

It can be achieved in a rather straightforward manner with amino acids.

Explanation / Answer

ANSWERS C AND D

It provides a fine level of control over gene expression.

IT PREVENTS THE RESPECTIVE OPERON BINDING TO SITE RESPONSIBLE FOR EXPRESSION OF GENE

It can be achieved in a rather straightforward manner with amino acids.

ATTENUATOR ATTACKS DIRECTLY TO THE AMINO ACID TO CONTROL TRANSLATION PROCESS