In the operon model, RNA polymerase binds to

Structural gene

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Promoter

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Regulator

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Operator

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Solution

The correct option is B Promoter
An operon is typically comprised of three regions - promoter, operator and the structural genes. Additionally most operons would also have a regulatory gene. The promoter is recognised by RNA polymerase, which then binds to it and initiates transcription.

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