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This quiz titled 'Block 9 Micro Dr Schleg questions prt 2' tests knowledge on bacterial genetics, focusing on transformation, conjugation, transposons, siRNA, and quorum sensing. It assesses understanding of DNA uptake, gene...

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 275 | Last updated: Feb 19, 2025

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In the process of transformation

DNA is transferred from one cell to another by a virus

Cells take up DNA from their environment

DNA is transferred between cells via a pilus.

DNA “jumps” from one location in the genome to another

Cells lose part of their DNA and enter a dormant state

Practice Questions_dr. Schlegel_may_aug2011 _pt.2

Practice Questions_Dr. Schlegel_May_Aug2011 _Pt.2

This quiz, created by Dr. Schlegel for the period May-August 2011, assesses knowledge in microbiology and genetics, focusing on mechanisms like quorum sensing, SOS response, and mutations. It's designed to enhance understanding...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 168 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
Binding of an autoinducer peptide to the sensor kinase of a quorum sensing system in a Gram-positive bacterium leads to altered regulation of genetic loci present on different parts of the chromosome and transcribed in different directions. Which of the following would best describe the organization of the genes targeted by this quorum-sensing system?

Divergent operons

Regulon

Contrary operons

Divergent regulation

Indirect regulation

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