Which of the following is false about conjugation?

Explanation

Bacterial conjugation is a mechanism of horizontal gene transfer where genetic material, typically plasmid DNA, is directly transferred between two bacterial cells via a conjugation bridge. Option A is true because the formation of this bridge is essential for conjugation. Option B is the correct answer because vectors are not involved in this process. Option C is also true, as the process introduces genetic diversity similar to sexual reproduction. Option D is incorrect, as Option B provides a false statement about conjugation.