Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 19 - Genes, Development, and Evolution - 19.3 - Gene Expression Determines Morphogenesis and Pattern Formation - 19.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 415: 1

Answer

When an inducer binds to its designated receptor on a cell's surface, a signal transduction pathway is initiated, leading to the activation of transcription factors. As a result, a transcription factor in the cytoplasm is activated, driving it into the nucleus to switch on the expression of a target gene.

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When an inducer binds to its designated receptor on a cell's surface, a signal transduction pathway is initiated, leading to the activation of transcription factors. As a result, a transcription factor in the cytoplasm is activated, driving it into the nucleus to switch on the expression of a target gene.
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