Question

Lederberg and Tatum describe the phenomena of-

• A. Transformation
• B. Conjugation
• C. Mutation
• D. Transversion

Hint:

Focus on the process discovered by Lederberg and Tatum related to genetic material exchange in bacteria.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Lederberg and Tatum discovered conjugation in bacteria, a process where genetic material is transferred between bacterial cells through direct physical contact using a pilus. This discovery demonstrated that bacteria are capable of sexual reproduction and horizontal gene transfer, influencing bacterial evolution and genetic diversity.