Question

During the binary fission of bacteria, what events must occur before the cell splits into two new cells?

Select all that apply.

Membrane-bound organelles are copied so that both cells get a set.
Copies of the circular DNA molecule move to opposite ends of the cell.
The cell’s primary DNA molecule is copied.
A pilus is used to transfer DNA from one cell to the other.

Answer 1

Answer:

Copies of the circular DNA molecule move to opposite ends of the cell.

Explanation:

Before binary fission occurs, the cell must copy its genetic material (DNA) and segregate these copies to opposite ends of the cell. Then the many types of proteins that comprise the cell division machinery assemble at the future division site.

Answer 2

Answer:

Copies of the circular DNA molecule move to opposite ends of the cell.

The cell’s primary DNA molecule is copied.

Explanation:

Before binary fission occurs, the cell must copy its genetic material (DNA) and segregate these copies to opposite ends of the cell. Then the many types of proteins that comprise the cell division machinery assemble at the future division site.