Curioustab

Home » Microbiology » Microbial Recombination and Gene Transfer

In the extracellular medium, DNA-degrading enzymes would likely be to prevent transfer of DNA by

conjugal transfer by a self-transmissible plasmid
generalized phage transduction
natural transformation
none of the above

Correct Answer: natural transformation

← Previous Question Next Question→

More Questions from Microbial Recombination and Gene Transfer

Plasmid that carries genes encoding enzymes, which degrade substances such as aromatic compounds, pesticides or sugar are
The plasmid-mediated properties is/are
F factor plasmids play a major role in
Which of the following statement can describe horizontal transfer?
The term used for plasmids possessing both RTF and r determinants is
Which of the following type of recombination does not require homologous sequences and is utilized by mobile genetic elements that move about chromosomes?
The transducing particles carry only specific portions of the bacterial genome in which of the following transduction?
Which type of plasmid can exist with or without being integrated into the host's chromosome?
Inverted repeat sequences at each end and a gene encoding transposase is contained in which of the following transposable element?
Which of the following is the cause for drug resistance in tuberculosis?

Discussion & Comments

No comments yet. Be the first to comment!

Join Discussion