Ben was studying conjugation in prokaryotes. He learned that prokaryotes attach themselves to each other and exchange genetic in

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Ben was studying conjugation in prokaryotes. He learned that prokaryotes attach themselves to each other and exchange genetic in

formation during conjugation. Which organ do prokaryotes use for conjugation?
A) flagella
B) endospore
C) pilli
D) peptidoglycan

Biology

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Nat2105 [25] · Answer 1 · 2021-11-16T13:02:27+03:00

Nat2105 [25]3 years ago

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The correct option is C.
Pilli is a long protein filament which attach reproducing cells together during conjugation. This attachment allows the cells to exchange the genetic materials, that is, plasmid between them.