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Conjugation: Hfr & F' Cells

Conjugation: Hfr & F' Cells

16. Microbial Genetics / Conjugation: Hfr & F' Cells / Problem 2

What distinguishes an F’ (F prime) cell from an Hfr cell?

A

The F’ cell can no longer transfer genes through conjugation

B

The F’ cell carries an F plasmid that has excised from the chromosome, sometimes taking chromosomal genes with it

C

The F’ cell cannot initiate conjugation, while the Hfr cell can

D

The Hfr cell carries an extra F plasmid, while the F’ cell does not

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