Bacterial genome structure — Flashcards

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Transposition of bacterial DNA allows for transfer of bacterial DNA amongst different strains, such as resistance to _____

Conjugation of normal bacteria involves transfer of _____ only

_____ is used to amplify DNA

The _____, or innermost layer of the bacterial spore, contains DNA, ribosomes and glycolytic enzymes

Beta-lactamases are expressed by _____ genes

_____ bacterial DNA transduction stems from incorporation of viral DNA into bacterial DNA; excision of viral DNA results in excision of bacterial DNA as well

What glial cell type serves as the CNS phagocyte?

Microglia derive from what embryologial predecessor?

Where do the genes for bacterial exotoxins reside?

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What bacteria are particularly adept at transformation of environmental DNA?

Bacterial genome structure Flashcards for USMLE

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