5 Questions
Which condition will most likely prevent the growth of organisms?
Incubated at a temperature below their optimum for growth
Which characteristic is true for all plasmids?
Are replicons
Which of the following are NOT true for all plasmids?
Carry genes for antimicrobial resistance
Which of the following is a common feature of plasmids but not universally true?
Code for non-essential functions
Which condition is least likely to affect bacterial growth?
Exposed to visible light
Study Notes
Plasmids
- A plasmid can be affected by being placed in the dark, exposed to visible light, shaken vigorously, or incubated at a temperature below their optimum for growth.
Characteristics of Plasmids
- All plasmids carry genes for antimicrobial resistance.
- Plasmids encode mechanisms for transmission to other bacteria.
- Plasmids occur in multiple copies in the cells and code for non-essential functions.
- Plasmids are replicons.
Learn about the properties and features of plasmids, including their response to environmental factors, genes, transmission, and functions. Test your knowledge of plasmids and their role in bacteria.
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