Trp Operon Flashcards
1
Q
When is the trp operon expressed (turned on)?
A
when tryptophan levels are low
2
Q
When is the trp operon repressed (turned off)?
A
when trp levels are high
3
Q
How is trp operon regulated
A
The trp operon is regulated by the trp repressor. When bound to tryptophan, the trp repressor blocks expression of the operon.
