If chromosomal DNA from a host is the only type of DNA carried by a transducing particle, what can be concluded regarding transduction in this case? 

A. Transduction in this case could be generalized or specialized depending on the phage involved.
B. Transduction in this case is generalized rather than specialized.
C. Transduction in this case is neither generalized nor specialized.
D. Transduction in this case is specialized rather than generalized.


Answer: B

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