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Conjugation: F Plasmids

16. Microbial Genetics / Conjugation: F Plasmids / Problem 4

What is the outcome of successful F plasmid conjugation in a bacterial cell?

A

The former F+ cell becomes F- cell and the former F- cell becomes F+ cell

B

Both cells become F+

C

Both cells become F-

D

The pilus is removed in both cells

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