Viruses Transmit Bacterial Genetic Material from One Bacterium to Another

question 140

Short Answer

Viruses transmit bacterial genetic material from one bacterium to another in a type of horizontal gene transfer referred to as _____.

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Definitions:

Framing

The process of constructing the perspective or viewpoint from which a narrative, problem, or situation is perceived and interpreted.

Loss Averse

A psychological phenomenon where individuals prefer avoiding losses over acquiring equivalent gains, emphasizing the idea that losses are more impactful on an individual's emotional state than an equal amount of gain.

Making a Decision

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives, often involving weighing the risks and benefits of different options.

Utility Theory

A theory in economics that attempts to describe how individuals make choices based on the perceived satisfaction or utility from outcomes.