DNA transformation

DNA transformation is a process where a cell takes up foreign DNA from its environment and incorporates it into its own genetic material. This can happen naturally in some bacteria or can be induced in a laboratory setting. When the foreign DNA is integrated, the cell can express new traits or abilities, such as antibiotic resistance. This process is essential for genetic research and biotechnology, enabling scientists to study genes, develop new therapies, or create genetically modified organisms. Essentially, DNA transformation allows for the exchange and introduction of genetic information between different organisms.