Composite Transposons in Bacteria Are Characterized by Which of the Following

question 52

Multiple Choice

Composite transposons in bacteria are characterized by which of the following?

• A) They are composites of Ac and Ds elements.
• B) Each has the ability to transpose either by replicative transposition or nonreplicative transposition.
• C) They contain all deleted transposase genes.
• D) They contain more than one gene.
• E) No correct answer is provided.

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Definitions:

Depleted Uranium

Uranium with a lower content of the fissile isotope U-235 than natural uranium, used in military projectiles and for shielding.

Nuclear Transmutation

The process by which the nucleus of one chemical element is changed into a nucleus of a different element, often by bombarding it with particles.

Pressurized Water Reactor

A type of nuclear reactor where water is used as both coolant and moderator, kept under high pressure to prevent it from boiling.

Boiling Water Reactor

A boiling water reactor is a type of nuclear reactor used for generating electricity in which water is allowed to boil in the reactor core, with the steam produced directly driving a turbine.