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Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

How does an F+ cell differ from an Hfr cell? A) Hfr cells cannot perform conjugation. B) Hfr strains have the F plasmid integrated into the chromosome. C) Hfr strains can no longer reproduce. D) F+ cells have no plasmids.

How does an F+ cell differ from an Hfr cell?
A) Hfr cells cannot perform conjugation.
B) Hfr strains have the F plasmid integrated into the chromosome.
C) Hfr strains can no longer reproduce.
D) F+ cells have no plasmids.

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Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

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B) Hfr strains have the F plasmid integrated into the chromosome: An Hfr cell has the F plasmid integrated into its chromosomal DNA, whereas an F+ cell has a free F plasmid.

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