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The coding region on the DNA is called a

A
Muton
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Operon
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Recon
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D
Cistron
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Solution

The correct option is D Cistron
Muton
Muton is the element of the DNA that is capable of undergoing mutation easily.

Cistron
Cistron is a region of a DNA that codes for a specific polypeptide.
In prokaryotic cells, it is made up of exons (coding segments). In eukaryotic cells it is made up of both exons and introns (non-coding segments).

Recon
Recon is the unit of recombination present on the DNA.

Operon
Operon is a coordinated group of regulatory and structural genes that function together as a unit to control the formation of protein.

Final answer
(B) Cistron

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