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Mutations
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One way a DNA base sequence can be altered
Intergration of exogenous DNA is another way cells can integrate such received DNA into their DNA are known as recombinants |
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Spontaneous Mutations
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Mutations that generally occur in the absence of mutagens but due to errors in the normal function of enzymes.
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Induced Mutations
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anything that causes a change in bacteria(chemical or any other stimulus)
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Hypermutators
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Pathogens which have defective DNA repair genes and so a tendency to rapidly develop mutations leading to resistance to multiple antimicrobials are referred to as hypermutators
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Competence
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A cell that is able to uptake naked DNA.
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