DNA damage that requires RecA to bind to a DNA gap activates proteolysis of _____, which then activates the transcription of genes within the SOS regulon.

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When RecA binds to a DNA gap, it promotes the proteolysis of LexA, which is a repressor of the SOS regulon. Thus, the activation of transcription of genes within the SOS regulon occurs due to the degradation of LexA.

DNA Damage That Requires RecA to Bind to a DNA