Conjugation, Transformation, and Transduction Are All Ways That Bacteria

question 70

Multiple Choice

Conjugation, transformation, and transduction are all ways that bacteria

• A) reduce their DNA content.
• B) increase the amount of RNA in the cytoplasm.
• C) increase their genetic diversity.
• D) alter their oxygen requirements.

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Definitions:

Siltstone

A sedimentary rock composed mainly of silt-sized particles, formed by compaction and cementation of silt.

Shale

A fine-grained sedimentary rock formed from clay-sized particles that are compacted and often used as source rock for oil and gas.

Carbonate Rocks

Sedimentary rocks primarily composed of carbonate minerals, such as limestone and dolomite, often formed in marine environments.

Lagoon Mudstone

A type of sedimentary rock formed from the compaction of mud accumulated in a lagoon environment, characterized by fine grains and layers.