Multiple Choice
Bioluminescence is controlled by the gene regulatory mechanism called quorum sensing,wherein the
A) depletion of oxygen is detected by an inducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon.
B) accumulation of an inducer molecule activates transcription of the lux operon.
C) absence of light activates an inducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon.
D) host tissues produce an autoinducer molecule which activates transcription of the lux operon.
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