rekombinointikyky
Rekombinointikyky, or recombination competence, refers to the biological ability of certain bacteria to incorporate external DNA fragments into their own genome through a process known as natural transformation. This process is a key mechanism in horizontal gene transfer, allowing bacteria to acquire new genetic material from their environment, which can confer advantageous traits such as antibiotic resistance.
The phenomenon was first described in the early 20th century by Frederick Griffith in his experiments with
Not all bacterial species exhibit recombination competence naturally, but it can be experimentally induced in laboratory
Rekombinointikyky plays a significant role in bacterial evolution, enabling rapid adaptation to changing environments. However, it