Suppose a Gene Is Transferred Naturally by a Bacterium from a Plant

question 24

Multiple Choice

Suppose a gene is transferred naturally by a bacterium from a plant genome to an insect genome within the same generation. What process does this illustrate?

• A) restriction
• B) genome shuffling
• C) genome switching
• D) vertical gene transfer
• E) horizontal gene transfer

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Definitions:

Merkel Cells

Specialized epidermal cells found in the skin that are involved in the sensation of touch and pressure.

Tactile Corpuscle

A type of mechanoreceptor found in the dermal papillae, particularly in the fingertips and lips, sensitive to light touch and vibrations.

Lamellated Corpuscle

A nerve ending that is sensitive to pressure and vibration, found in the skin and certain other tissues.

Ruffini Ending

Ruffini endings are skin receptors that detect stretch, deformation within joints, and warmth, playing a significant role in proprioception and thermoreception.