To Integrate an F Plasmid's Genes into a Host Chromosome

question 33

Multiple Choice

To integrate an F plasmid's genes into a host chromosome, there must be DNA recombination at homologous regions on the two circular strands. What is the minimum number of such crossover events needed for integration?

• A)1
• B)2
• C)3
• D)4
• E)8

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