If a Bacterium Carrying a Plasmid That Confers Resistance to Ampicillin

question 89

Short Answer

If a bacterium carrying a plasmid that confers resistance to ampicillin is placed into medium without ampicillin, the loss of the plasmid is a phenomenon known as _________.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process where two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is initially elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Higher Class

A social stratum associated with high status, wealth, and power in a society.

Celebrity

A well-known individual, especially in entertainment or sports, who commands a significant degree of public fascination and influence.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral technique in which the removal of an undesirable or unpleasant stimulus following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.