Question

During bacterial conjugation there is usually

• A. Mutual and complete exchange of genetic material between two conjugants
• B. Complete transfer of genetic material one conjugant to the other
• C. Only a partial transfer of genetic material from one conjugant to the other
• D. A partial but material exchange of genetic material between the conjugants

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Only a partial transfer of genetic material from one conjugant to the other

Bacterial conjugation is the horizontal gene transfer process in which there is transfer of genetic material between bacterial cells by a bridge-like connection between two cells. During bacterial conjugation, there is usually a partial transfer of genetic material from one conjugant to the other.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Only a partial transfer of genetic material from one conjugant to the other.'