Process
Bacterial Conjugation
Bacterial conjugation
Contact-associated transfer of DNA between bacterial cells, often involving a conjugative plasmid.
Overview
EXPLORE BY LEVELSome bacteria transfer DNA through a temporary connection with another cell. Plasmids can carry genes between cells this way.
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AT A GLANCETopicMicrobiology & Immunity
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Research Claims
Conjugative transfer depends on donor-recipient compatibility, mobilization elements, environmental conditions, and selection. It is one contributor to the spread of resistance determinants.