Biochemistry One bacterium receives a gene for restriction endonuclease from another by horizontal transduction. What is the likely outcome? A The proof-reading activity of the bacteria is increased B The bacterium will die as it does not have the protective methylase enzyme C The bacterium will cause digestion of host DNA on infection D The mechanism of repair is excellent 💡 Explanation One bacterium receives a gene for restriction endonuclease from another by horizontal transduction. What is the likely outcome? ✓ Correct Answer: B. The bacterium will die as it does not have the protective methylase enzyme