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They are used as DNA delivery units in biotechnology.
It replicates independently of the host chromosome and carries information required for its own replication.
Also carries information that adds extra characteristics to the host cell, those characteristics are usually not vital for the cell.
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What is some examples of germs?
your mm
What is the structure of the plasmids?
A plasmid is a double stranded circular DNA
Cells in a cell culture all have the same genetic material because they are A. vectors B. plasmids C. hybrids D. clones?
Cells in a cell culture of similar genetic material are called clones. vectors can be the carriers of viruses . Plasmids are the extrachromosomal genetic material. Hybrids are the cells produced from the combination of two cells.
Is vapor solid liquid or gas?
At room temperature and up to around 100o F, Vaseline is a semi-solid, or quasi-solid, which has characteristics of both a solid and a liquid. It melts at around 100o F, and behaves only as a liquid.
What are visible characteristics?
Visible characteristics are characteristics that are visible. Haha no but they are your outside features.
How do eukaryotes utilize plasmids in their genetic material?
Eukaryotes can use plasmids to introduce new genes into their genetic material through a process called transfection. Plasmids can be engineered to carry specific genes of interest, which can then be inserted into eukaryotic cells to alter their genetic makeup and potentially change their characteristics or functions.
Bacteria can take up foreign DNA molecules packaged in plasmids?
yes. Some bacteria can take up plasmids present in the solution around them or by getting the plasmid from another bacteria which possess a special "fertility" F-plasmid.
What are the 2 types of DNA plasmids found in microorganisms?
Plasmids are autonomous DNA molecules of varying size which are localized within the cytoplasm of bacteria. There are two kinds:virulence plasmids = determines the virulence factors of the bacteriaresistance plasmids (R-plasmids) = determines the bacteria's resistance to anti-infective agents
Is prokaryote used in plasmids?
No, it's vise versa. Plasmids are used in and by the prokaryotes.
Do eukaryotes possess plasmids in their genetic makeup?
No, eukaryotes typically do not possess plasmids in their genetic makeup. Plasmids are more commonly found in prokaryotic cells.
What is a plasmid and why is it useful to researchers?
Plasmids are important in the phases of bacterial genetics because plasmids are the small circle of DNA for bacteria and is responsible for storing and studying genes. Plasmid is used as the vehicle to genetically engineer bacteria to produce insulin.
Do all microbes have plasmids?
No, not all microbes have plasmids. Plasmids are small, circular pieces of DNA that are separate from the microbial genome. While plasmids are common in many bacteria, they are not present in all microbes.
How are plasmid classification on their property?
Plasmids are classified as: 1. F plasmid 2. R plasmid 3. Col plasmid F plasmids for fertility factor, it transfers its plasmid to the non fertile making it fertile. R plasmid for certain antibiotic resisitivity..for eg, ampicillin resistance. Col are certain proteins which when produced doesnt let other organisms to invade its cell.
Do all eukaryotic cells have plasmids?
Most plasmids are found in prokaryotic cells, but a few eukaryotic cells also have plasmids. An example of a eukaryote with plasmids is the unicellular yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
Small accessory chromosomes found in bacteria and useful in recombinant DNA procedures are called?
plasmids
Plasmids are unique to?
bacteria
Can plasmids self-replicate within a bacterial cell?
Yes, plasmids can self-replicate within a bacterial cell.
