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Microbiology, Fifth Edition
Microbiology, 5/e
Lansing M Prescott, Augustana College
Donald A Klein, Colorado State University
John P Harley, Eastern Kentucky University

Genes: Structure, Replication, and Mutation

Chapter Overview

This chapter presents the basic concepts of molecular genetics: storage and organization of genetic information in the DNA molecule, mutagenesis, and repair. The role of microorganisms in screening procedures for mutagenic agents is also described. Primary emphasis is given to the genetics of bacteria.