Question

Many bacteria are able to pass small pieces of the hereditary information on their DNA from one bacterial cell to another. This can sometimes result in an increase in the number of drug-resistant bacteria. What name is given to the process by which one bacteria transfers DNA to another? A) sporolysis B) conjugation C) gametic transfer D) haploid translocation

Answer 1

Answer:

The process in which one bacteria transfers DNA to another is called conjugation.  

Explanation:

Conjugation is the process of transferring genetic material from one bacteria to another through direct cell contact. In the process of conjugation one bacteria acts as donor and transfer the DNA to a recipient. There is a specific DNA sequence present in Donor's DNA called fertility factor (F factor). F factor helps in the formation of pillus which is the site of genetic material transfer.