If bacteria could not undergo conjugation, they
A) would not be able to generate as much diversity.
B) would not be able to undergo fission.
C) would evolve faster.
D) could not generate genetically identical individuals.
E) could not produce clones.

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Conjugation allows for the transfer of genetic material between bacterial cells, increasing the potential for genetic diversity. Without conjugation, bacteria would have to rely solely on mutations for genetic variation, which may not be as efficient in generating diversity.

If Bacteria Could Not Undergo Conjugation, They