Which of the following is a method of horizontal gene transfer in bacteria?

Practice Questions

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Which of the following is a method of horizontal gene transfer in bacteria?
  1. Binary fission
  2. Mitosis
  3. Transformation
  4. Meiosis

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is a method of horizontal gene transfer in bacteria?
  • Step 1: Understand that horizontal gene transfer is a way bacteria can share genes with each other.
  • Step 2: Learn that there are different methods of horizontal gene transfer.
  • Step 3: Identify one method called transformation.
  • Step 4: Know that in transformation, bacteria can take up free DNA that is floating around in their environment.
  • Step 5: Realize that this process allows bacteria to gain new traits or abilities.
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