Which statement is correct for bacterial transduction? - Vidyadip

MCQ

Which statement is correct for bacterial transduction?

A
Transfer of some genes from one bacteria to another bacteria through virus
B
Transfer of genes from one bacteria to another bacteria by conjugation
C
Bacteria obtained DNA from other external source
D
Bacteria obtained its DNA directly

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Answer

A. Transfer of some genes from one bacteria to another bacteria through virus
Explanation:
Transduction is the process by which foreign DNA is introduced into a cell by a virus or viral vector. When the DNA is transferred from one bacterium to another with the help of a virus or viral vector-like bacteriophage it is known as bacterial transduction.

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