Decoding Life: Understanding Central Dogma and Gene Expression
Klebsiella pneumoniae, a type of bacteria, possesses the ability to utilize an enzyme known as reverse transcriptase. This enzyme allows the bacteria to generate new genes when they are infected by bacteriophages, which are viruses specifically targeting bacteria. During the infection process, reverse transcriptase helps convert viral RNA into DNA, integrating new genetic material into the bacterial genome. This genetic modification enables Klebsiella pneumoniae to adapt and potentially develop new traits, enhancing its survival and evolution.
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