Genetics - A. V. Sivolob 2008

Genetics of bacteria, viruses, and unicellular eukaryotes

The Introduction/4.html">Prokaryotic Cell is characterized by a relatively simple Organization (lack of a Nucleus and developed compartmentalization, absence of Meiosis, and a relatively small amount of DNA), making it a convenient model for research. The Study of prokaryotes played a leading role in elucidating many fundamental principles of genetic machinery function, especially in the first decades following the onset of intensive research into the Molecular Basis of Heredity. While maintaining General Principles, the organization and functioning of The hereditary apparatus in such relatively simple systems possess certain distinct features.

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