The lacA gene found within the lac operon encodes for galactosidase transacetylase. This enzyme attaches a(n) ________ group to lactose and lactose analogs.

A. acetyl
B. carboxyl
C. carbonyl
D. amino
E. hydroxyl


Answer: A

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