Question

Which of the following are correct according to operons?

i) Consists of multiple genes organized between a promoter and a terminator
ii) Member genes regulate with coordination
iii) Usually controlled by autogenous transcription
iv) Contains genes for stress tolerance exclusively

a.

i and ii

b.

ii and iii

c.

iii and iv

d.

i, ii, iii and iv

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Answer: (a).i and ii

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