The nucleus of an atom has a positive charge because of the _______ .

a. electrons
b. neutrons
c. protons
d. valence shell


c. protons

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What will be an ideal response?

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A. The lacI gene does not produce repressor. B. The lacZ and lacY genes are fully expressed. C. The cAMP-CAP complex is not available to bind near or at the lac promoter. D. Lactose is converted to glucose and galactose. E. Lactose binds to the operator.

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