Problem
i. Transformation involves the transfer of naked DNA. What does the term "naked DNA" mean? Where might an organism pick up naked DNA? (Hint: think about Griffith's classic experiment)
ii. Once the naked DNA has passed through the cell wall and cell membrane of the recipient cell, where does it go?
iii. In transduction, a _____________ serves as the carrier of DNA from a donor cell to a recipient cell. During transduction, the new viral DNA can redirect the genetic and metabolic activities of the host cell. While this process is actively occurring it is in the _________ cycle. If the viral DNA is integrated into the host cell and remains inactive or dormant, that is the ___________ state.
iv. Explain the difference between leading strand (continuous) synthesis and lagging strand (discontinuous) synthesis that occurs during DNA replication: