Question

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a sex pilus functions in most transfers of genes between bacteria that are known as transfers.

Explanation:

Identify the mechanism of gene transfer involving a sex pilus

The transfer of genetic material between bacterial cells by direct cell-to-cell contact or by a bridge-like connection (the sex pilus) is defined as conjugation.

Determine the appropriate term for the blank

The sentence structure is: "A sex pilus functions in most transfers of genes between bacteria that are known as [blank] transfers." The term that fits grammatically and conceptually is "conjugation".

Answer:

A sex pilus functions in most transfers of genes between bacteria that are known as <blank>conjugation</blank> transfers.