Which of the Following Does NOT Typically Involve Horizontal Gene

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT typically involve horizontal gene transfer?

• A) Sexual reproduction in humans
• B) Bacteriophage infection of bacteria
• C) The evolutionary history of the eukaryotic cell
• D) The accidental duplication of a small region of a bacterial chromosome followed by cell division
• E) Introduction of plasmids into bacteria in a laboratory

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Definitions:

Social Influence

The effect that the words, actions, or mere presence of other people have on our attitudes, beliefs, or actions.

Conformity

The adjustment of one's behaviors, attitudes, or beliefs to match those of the group or to meet group standards.

Propinquity

The physical or psychological proximity between people, influencing their likelihood of forming relationships.

Deindividuation

A psychological state of decreased self-evaluation, causing people to ignore usual restraints in the group setting.