Refer to the Figure, Which Shows Genetic Recombination by Conjugation

question 66

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure, which shows genetic recombination by conjugation in paramecia. As it is shown in the figure, which statement about the conjugation process in paramecia is true?

• A) The two resulting paramecia are genetically different from the original.
• B) The two resulting paramecia are genetically identical to the original.
• C) Conjugation is a form of asexual reproduction.
• D) The two resulting paramecia are genetically different from each other.
• E) There is an unequal exchange of DNA between the paramecia.

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