Which statement about prokaryotic plasmids is accurate? A) They contain genetic information for sex determination. B) They are larger than the prokaryotic main chromosome. C) They... Which statement about prokaryotic plasmids is accurate? A) They contain genetic information for sex determination. B) They are larger than the prokaryotic main chromosome. C) They replicate independently from the main bacterial chromosome. D) They encode a majority of the bacteria's essential proteins.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify the accurate statement regarding prokaryotic plasmids. This involves understanding the characteristics and functions of plasmids in prokaryotic cells, particularly their size, replication, and role in genetics.
Answer
Plasmids replicate independently from the main bacterial chromosome.
Plasmids replicate independently from the main bacterial chromosome.
Answer for screen readers
Plasmids replicate independently from the main bacterial chromosome.
More Information
Prokaryotic plasmids are small, circular DNA molecules distinct from a bacterium's chromosomal DNA. They often carry genes beneficial for survival, such as antibiotic resistance, but are not larger than the main chromosome and do not contain essential genes for bacterial viability.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing plasmids with the main chromosomal DNA due to their genetic information content, and overestimating their size or importance in carrying essential genes.
Sources
- Plasmid - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Genetics - Medical Microbiology - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Which of the following statements about plasmids is NOT true? a ... - homework.study.com
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