Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach (2nd Edition)
Genetic Analysis: An Integrated Approach (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321948908
Author: Mark F. Sanders, John L. Bowman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 14, Problem 27P

Two different mutations affect P R E . Mutant 1 decreases transcription from the promoter to 10% of normal. Mutant 2 increases transcription from the promoter to tenfold greater than the wild type. How will each mutation affect the determination of the lytic or lysogenic life cycle in mutant λ phage strains? Explain your answers.

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