Which of the following is most likely caused by bacterial conjugation?
A) explosive growth and biofilm production by a community of bacteria
B) the discovery that antibiotic resistance genes are now present in bacteria that historically have been sensitive to the antibiotic
C) sporulation of the bacteria Bacillus anthracis when they are dehydrated
D) the ability of cyanobacteria to convert light energy into cellular energy

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Bacterial conjugation is the transfer of genetic material, including plasmids that may contain antibiotic resistance genes, between bacterial cells. This can result in previously sensitive bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely Caused by Bacterial