Question -
Which of the following represents the correct sequence of genes of a lac operon system?
Options:
A .  Promoter gene, repressor, structural genes
B .  Repressor, structural genes, operator gene
C .  Promoter gene, operator gene, structural genes
D .  Structural genes, promoter gene, operator gene
Answer: Option C : C The lac operon of E.coli consists of a promoter gene, operator gene and three structural genes, all of which work together to digest lactose. There is also a regulator gene which is usually present outside the operon, but is essential, as it codes for the repressor protein.
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