Chapter 27 Bacteria And Archea

Question 0

Transformatiom

Answer 0

transformation is the genetic alteration of a cell resulting from the direct uptake and incorporation of exogenous genetic material (exogenous DNA) from its surroundings and taken up through the cell membrane(s).

Question 1

Conjugation in bacteria

Answer 1

DNA transfer between 2 prokaryotic cells that are temporary joined by sex pilus

Question 2

Plasmid

Answer 2

plasmid is a small DNA molecule that is physically separate from, and can replicate independently of, chromosomal DNA within a cell.