Which of the following is not true of conjugation?

A. Involves the action of bacteriophage
B. Involves direct contact between cells
C. Transfers genes for enzymes and adherence molecules
D. The donor retains a copy of the transferred genes
E. Transfers genes for drug resistance


Answer: A

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