The DNA Reflex accounts for alterations to the Xenomorph's basic form based on the genetic makeup of the host inside which it gestates. It is not entirely clear whether the process is intentional or simply an unintended side-effect of the way in which the Chestburster develops, as a "cancer" built from the host's own cells. However, given the way in which the changes to the adult Xenomorph are so successfully integrated into the creature, it seems highly likely that it is an intentional process. One suggested purpose for the DNA Reflex is to help the adult Xenomorph adapt to the environment into which it will be born — by adopting characteristics of another organism that is hopefully native to that environment, the Xenomorph will be better suited to its surroundings. The assimilation of ho