The Process by Which Pneumococcus Transfers DNA Between Living Type

question 51

Multiple Choice

The process by which Pneumococcus transfers DNA between living type RII and heat-killed type SIII cells is known as __________.

• A)transformation
• B)replication
• C)transduction
• D)ligation
• E)conjugation

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Definitions:

Wavelength

The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in a sound wave or electromagnetic wave, which determines its color and energy.

Physical Characteristics

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Saturation

The point at which a substance cannot absorb or dissolve any more of another substance, or in media, the state of being completely filled with content.

Physical Characteristics

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