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Question
Which process of horizontal gene transfer involves the direct transfer of genetic material between bacterial cells through a pilus?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The document specifies 'Conjugation' as one of the types of Horizontal Gene Transfer in bacteria, often involving direct cell-to-cell contact via a pilus for DNA transfer. Transformation is uptake of naked DNA, and transduction is phage-mediated transfer.
Hint
Consider the three types of Horizontal Gene Transfer and how each occurs.