RESISTANCE TRANSFER FACTOR
\ɹɪsˈɪstəns tɹˈansfɜː fˈaktə], \ɹɪsˈɪstəns tɹˈansfɜː fˈaktə], \ɹ_ɪ_s_ˈɪ_s_t_ə_n_s t_ɹ_ˈa_n_s_f_ɜː f_ˈa_k_t_ə]\
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A plasmid whose presence in the cell, either extrachromosomal or integrated into the bacterial chromosome, determines the "sex" of the bacterium, host chromosome mobilization, transfer via conjugation of genetic material, and the formation of sex pili.
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.