Why do phage sometimes have genes that would turn bacteria into pathogens?
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They sometimes carry genes that can turn bacteria into pathogens, which can be harmful to other organisms, including humans. This process occurs through a phenomenon called horizontal gene transfer, where genetic material is transferred between different Show more…
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