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Genetic Phenomena > Recombination, Genetic > Conjugation, Genetic

Preferred term

Conjugation, Genetic  

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Entry terms

  • Genetic Conjugation

Scope note

  • A parasexual process in BACTERIA; ALGAE; FUNGI; and ciliate EUKARYOTA for achieving exchange of chromosome material during fusion of two cells. In bacteria, this is a uni-directional transfer of genetic material; in protozoa it is a bi-directional exchange. In algae and fungi, it is a form of sexual reproduction, with the union of male and female gametes.

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D003227

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