Essentials of Genetics (9th Edition) - Standalone book
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Author: William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer, Michael A. Palladino
Publisher: PEARSON
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Describe the origin of F' bacteria and merozygotes.
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Essentials of Genetics (9th Edition) - Standalone book
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CASE STUDY | To treat or not to treat
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3. Distinguish among the three modes of...Ch. 8 - With respect to F+ and F- bacterial matings, (a)...Ch. 8 - List all of the differences between F+ × F– and...Ch. 8 - Describe the basis for chromosome mapping in the...
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