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Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

What is the purpose of bacterial transformation?

What is the purpose of bacterial transformation?

Sourav Pan
Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

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The purpose of bacterial transformation is to introduce foreign DNA into a bacterial cell to confer new genetic traits. This process is essential in research and biotechnology for studying gene function, producing proteins, developing antibiotics, and engineering bacteria for specific applications, such as bioremediation. It also helps scientists understand natural genetic exchange mechanisms in bacteria, such as those contributing to the spread of antibiotic resistance.

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