why is the lac operon said to be an inducible operon?

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Why is the lac operon said to be an inducible operon?

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  1. The lac operon is considered an inducible operon because it is usually turned off (repressed), but can be turned on in the presence of the inducer. When allolactose is present, it induces the inactivation of the lac repressor and act as a inducer.

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