AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-1995

  • question_answer
    Plasmid found in bacteria are used as vectors in molecular biology/biotechnology work. These genetic elements of bacteria are

    A)  chromosomal     

    B)  extra-chromosomal

    C)  mitochondrial    

    D)  none of these.

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    : Plasmid is a small, extrachromosomal, circular molecule of DNA that replicates independently of the host DNA. They are found in bacteria. They are divided into two classes: the large plasmids which include certain bacteriocinogens and the small plasmids which include those from 1.5 to\[15\mu m\]. in length. They are used as vectors in genetic engineering.


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