Small DNA within the cells of bacteria that replicate independently are known as _____
_____ is a -lactamase producing bacteria resistant to penicillin.
_____ is the transfer of specific DNA between bacteria using bacteriophages
Beta-lactamases are synthesized by _____ genes
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?
What bacteria are particularly adept at transformation of environmental DNA?
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