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operon [Brit ˈɒpərɒn, Am ˈɑpəˌrɑn] N

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Its precise function as part of the lac operon is not understood currently. en.wikipedia.org

Operon-like gene clusters are primarily, but not exclusively, formed by horizontal gene transfer in prokaryotes. en.wikipedia.org

The gene for this enzyme is found in the aerobactin operon, which is roughly 8 kilobases long and contains 5 or more genes in total. en.wikipedia.org

The "gab" operon contributes to homeostasis of polyamines such as putrescine, during nitrogen-limited growth. en.wikipedia.org

The trp operon consists of a regulatory gene, a promoter, an operator, and a terminator. en.wikipedia.org

In bacteria that synthesize tryptophan, high cellular levels of this amino acid activate a repressor protein, which binds to the trp operon. en.wikipedia.org

The cell prefers glucose, and, if it is available, the lac operon is not activated, even when lactose is present. en.wikipedia.org

Its operon is an example of a prokaryotic silencer. en.wikipedia.org

This is a negative regulator, and will only release the arginine deiminase operon for expression in the presence of arginine. en.wikipedia.org

The operon is said to be polycistronic, whereas ordinary genes are said to be monocistronic. en.wikipedia.org

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