Prokaryotic Reproduction: Binary Fission and Horizontal Gene Transfer

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What is the main method of reproduction in prokaryotic cells?

Binary fission

Which process involves the transfer of genetic material between different prokaryotic species?

Transformation

What role does horizontal gene transfer play in prokaryotes?

Provides most of the genetic variation

What is a natural reservoir in the context of infectious diseases?

<p>An organism that harbors a pathogen and transmits it to the target population</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a vector species for disease transmission?

<p>Fleas</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which domain of life includes extremophiles such as methanogens and halobacteria?

<p>Archaea</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of antibiotic resistance?

<p>Overuse and misuse of antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of cell wall composition, which of the following is true about Bacteria?

<p>Composed of peptidoglycan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacterium is known as MRSA and is resistant to many antibiotics?

<p>Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common shape among Spirochetes?

<p>Spiral-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which domain shows more similarity in gene expression to eukaryotes?

<p>Archaea</p> Signup and view all the answers

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