3 Questions
Which of the following is true about plasmids?
They can replicate independently from chromosomal DNA
What is the function of plasmids in bacteria?
To contribute to bacterial genetic diversity and plasticity
What is an example of a trait that can be specified by plasmids?
Antibiotic resistance
Study Notes
Plasmids in Bacteria
- Plasmids are small, self-replicating circular DNA molecules that are separate from the bacterial chromosome.
- The function of plasmids in bacteria is to provide genetic instructions for various beneficial traits, such as antibiotic resistance, that can be expressed by the host bacterium.
- An example of a trait that can be specified by plasmids is antibiotic resistance, allowing bacteria to survive in the presence of antibiotics that would otherwise be lethal.
Test your knowledge on plasmids - the extrachromosomal genetic elements found in Archaea, Eukarya, and Eubacteria. This quiz will cover their structure, function, and replication, as well as their importance in bacterial genetics. Sharpen your knowledge on plasmids with this quiz!
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