derepressed
/ˌdiːrɪˈprɛst/
adjective
- Describing a gene or enzyme that has been activated by removing a block on its expression.
- The derepressed gene began producing the necessary protein.
- In the experiment, the enzyme became derepressed when the inhibitor was removed.
- Derepressed operons allow bacteria to adapt quickly to new food sources.
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