Overview
Bacterial genetic recombination is a vital process that enhances genetic diversity among bacterial populations. It occurs through three main mechanisms: conjugation, where bacteria directly transfer DNA; transduction, where bacteriophages mediate DNA transfer; and transformation, where bacteria upta...
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Example: Bacteria can share antibiotic resistance genes via conjugation.
Example: Bacteriophages can carry genes from one bacterium to another during infection.
Example: Some bacteria can take up plasmids from their surroundings.
Example: Plasmids often carry genes for antibiotic resistance.
Example: Bacteriophages can introduce new genetic material into bacterial cells.
Example: Genetic recombination contributes to genetic diversity in bacterial populations.