The trp Operon: gene regulation in bacteria (US edition)

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Looking for some quality, time-saving resources on the trp operon for your senior biology students? Read on…

The trp Operon: gene regulation in bacteria consists of five handy, printable black-and-white Student Worksheets, four digital Answer Sheets PLUS some very useful background information that explains this complex process using simple language and clear, well detailed diagrams. Suitable for students in years 10 – 12, The trp Operon: gene regulation in bacteria can be used for classwork, homework, revision and even tests. It includes a revision crossword puzzle.

Content covered:

• difference between structural and regulator genes

• what is the trp operon?

• parts of the trp operon and their functions, including the five structural genes trpA, trpB, trpC, trpD and trpE as well as the promoter, operator, and leader

• the process of repression and how it compares to attenuation

• sequence of events that occurs during repression (i) when tryptophan is available and (ii) when tryptophan is unavailable

• sequence of events that occurs during attenuation (i) when tryptophan is available and (ii) when tryptophan is unavailable

• advantages of the trp operon for bacterial species

Along with printable worksheets, a digital (PowerPoint) version is included here at no extra cost, giving teachers a choice as to which they prefer to use – taking into account the different learning styles of their students.

The trp Operon: gene regulation in bacteria includes an Answer Key PDF with images in full color that look great on the big screen and can be used to facilitate good class discussion. Answers provided are also well detailed, so there is no need to research or fact-check here, it’s all been done for you!

I hope you and your students find this product useful and that you enjoy using it as much as I enjoyed creating it!

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