All Hfr strains integrate into the chromosome at
A) the same locus.
B) several specific sites.
C) the same locus most of the time, although there may be some variation.
D) loci that cannot be accurately determined.

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Hfr strains (High frequency of recombination strains) of bacteria are known to integrate their F factor (fertility factor) into the chromosome at several specific sites, not just a single locus. This integration is crucial for their ability to initiate conjugation and transfer genetic material to recipient cells.

All Hfr Strains Integrate into the Chromosome at