The data below shows recombination of genes (1-5) according to the amount of time available for transfer of the bacterial chromosome during conjugation between different genetic strains in E coli. Based on these data, which gene is closest to gene 1? (Note: The entire chromosome is transferred in 100 minutes.)





A.  gene 2

B.  gene 3

C.  gene 4

D.  gene 5


A.  gene 2

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