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 4
B. gene 3
C. gene 5
D. gene 2
Answer: D
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