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In negative operon

A

Inducer binds with repressor

B

Co-repressor does not binds with repressor

C

Corepressor binds with inducer

D

CAMP have negative effect on lac operon

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Negative Operon**: - A negative operon is a type of operon that is regulated by a repressor protein. In this system, the repressor binds to the operator region of the operon, preventing transcription of the genes. 2. **Identifying the Inducer**: - In the context of the lac operon, the inducer is lactose. When lactose is present, it acts as an inducer by binding to the repressor protein. 3. **Repressor and Inducer Interaction**: - When lactose binds to the repressor, it causes a conformational change in the repressor protein. This change prevents the repressor from binding to the operator region of the operon. 4. **Effect on Gene Expression**: - With the repressor unable to bind to the operator, RNA polymerase can access the promoter region, allowing transcription of the genes involved in lactose metabolism to occur. 5. **Evaluating the Options**: - Option A states that "inducer binds with repressor," which is correct as it describes the interaction that leads to the activation of the operon. - Option B states that "co-repressor does not bind with repressor," which is not relevant to the lac operon. - Option C states that "co-repressor binds with inducer," which is incorrect in the context of the lac operon. - Option D states that "CAMP has side effects on lac operon," which is misleading as cAMP is involved in the regulation but not as a direct negative control. 6. **Conclusion**: - The correct answer is **Option A: Inducer binds with repressor**.
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