9 The transfer of DNA between bacterial cells through a cyto

9. The transfer of DNA between bacterial cells through a cytoplasmic connection is called _____ .

(a) conjugation

(b) transduction

(c) transformation

Solution

Conjugaton is the correct answer. Because it happens through pili .This will help in transfer of fertility factor from one bacterium to another.

In case of transformation , bacteria uptakes genetic material from outside through cell membrane. In transduction it is virus mediated genetic transfer.