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MBIO 3401 Exam 1 > Lecture 9 Bacterial Gene Transfer > Flashcards

Lecture 9 Bacterial Gene Transfer Flashcards

1
Q

What is the process of importing free DNA into cells?

A

Transformation

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2
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Why do species undergo natural transformation?

a. Use indiscriminate DNA as food
b. Use specific DNA to repair damaged genomes
c. Acquire new genes through horizontal gene transfer
d. all the above

A

d. all the above

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3
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How do gram (+) bacteria transform DNA?

A

Using a transformasome complex

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4
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How do live bacteria import DNA from dead bacteria?

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via transformation

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