Which of the following statements about prokaryotic reproduction and genetic rec

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Which of the following statements about prokaryotic reproduction and genetic recombination is true?

O Prokaryotes reproduce by fission, a form of sexual reproduction and genetic recombination O Genetic recombination in prokaryotes can take place by taking up DNA from the environment. This is called transfection. O During conjugation, a donor cell shares DNA with a receptor cell O Phages are not considered to be a source of genetic recombination in prokaryotes O CRISPR-Cas is the asexual reproduction system in prokaryotes

Explanation / Answer

During conjugation, a donor cell shares DNA with a receptor cell.

Conjugation is the process of genetic recombination between the 2 cells. This process occured between the temporarily joined 2 prokaryotic cell.

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