Which of the following statements regarding a bacterium that is R+ is FALSE?
A) It possesses a plasmid.
B) It is resistant to certain drugs and heavy metals.
C) R+ can be transferred to a cell of the same species.
D) R+ can be transferred to a different species.
E) It is F+.

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An R+ bacterium has a resistance plasmid, which provides resistance to drugs and heavy metals, and can be transferred to other bacteria, but it does not necessarily mean it is F+ (which refers to the fertility factor for conjugation).

Which of the Following Statements Regarding a Bacterium That Is