Which Procedure Is Most Associated with Unsuccessful Transformation and Degradation

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which procedure is most associated with unsuccessful transformation and degradation of DNA?

• A)Naturally-occurring transformation with DNA fragments in competent bacteria.
• B)Induced transformation with plasmid DNA in noncompetent bacteria.
• C)Integration of DNA fragments in competent bacteria following naturally-occurring transformation.
• D)Addition of DNA fragments from competent bacteria to live,noncompetent bacteria without artificial induction.

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