In the lac operon, the product of structural gene lacZ is capable of ________

A) forming ATP from pyruvate
B) forming lactose from two glucose molecules
C) binding to the operator of the lac operon
D) splitting the linkage of lactose to produce glucose and galactose
E) transporting lactose into the cell


Answer: D

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