Bacteria Genetics

Bacteria Genetics Student’s Name Institution Affiliation Course Name & Code Instructor’s Name Date Bacteria Genetics In most cases, bacteria possess the capacity to adapt to varying environments. Their ability to endure in a new environment stems from their genetics, which facilitates bacteria species' rapid evolution and adaptation. Horizontal gene transfer (HGT) and homologous recombination (HR) are critical concepts fueling bacteria's rapid adaptation. HGT is the non-hereditable transmission of genetic information between different organisms from varying offspring. Alternatively, HR is an essential process that fosters a combination of similar or close genetic material between them. The process of HGT enables bacteria to obtain fresh genes that cause antibiotic resistance and virulence. Several resistance genes developed many years ago in natural settings without the effect of anthropogenic. However, these resistance genes are spreading among and to human pathogens alarmingly. HGT ...