Which technique would most likely be used for mapping genes that are separated by 2 x 10⁷ base pairs? A)Specialized transduction B)Generalized transduction C)Conjugation D)Transformation

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Conjugation is the process of transferring genetic material between bacterial cells through a pilus. This technique is most likely to be used for mapping genes separated by a large distance like 2 x 10^17 base pairs, as it allows for the transfer of large segments of DNA between cells. Specialized and generalized transduction involve the transfer of small segments of DNA and are not suitable for mapping large distances. Transformation also involves the transfer of small DNA fragments and is not an ideal technique for mapping genes separated by a large distance.

Which Technique Would Most Likely Be Used for Mapping Genes