The Difference Between Generalized and Specialized Transduction Is

question 67

Multiple Choice

The difference between generalized and specialized transduction is:

• A) the size of the plasmids being moved
• B) the size of the phages being used
• C) that in generalized transduction, chromosomes are moved, whereas in specialized transduction, plasmids are moved
• D) that in generalized transduction, any DNA can be moved, but with specialized transduction, only certain DNA near the phage site can be moved
• E) there is no difference

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Definitions:

Infundibulum

A funnel-shaped structure; it can refer to parts of the brain (infundibulum of the pituitary gland) or other organs.

Isthmus

A narrow strip of land with sea on either side, forming a link between two larger areas of land.

Ostium

An anatomical term denoting an opening or orifice, often into a hollow organ or structure.

Fimbriae

Tiny, hair-like projections on the surface of some cells, involved in attachment and movement.