Question

The trp operon in E. coli is regulated in such a manner as to allow expression of the genes only when cellular levels of tryptophan are low. When tryptophan levels are adequate, the secondary structure of the mRNA halts translation. This form of regulation is known as ________.

Answer 1

Answer:

attenuation

Explanation:

Based on the scenario being described within the question it can be said that the form of regulation that is being described is known as attenuation. In the context of genetics, this is a specific mechanism that provides control in various bacterial operons that result in term results in premature termination of the transcription.