Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 8 - Gene Transfer and Genetic Engineering - Self Quiz - Page 240: 6

Answer

(e) b, c, and d

Work Step by Step

The following are the characteristics of plasmids: A plasmid is a circular, double-stranded extrachromosomal piece of DNA that is self-replicating.; Plasmids can carry genes for antibiotic resistance and bacteriocins that inhibit the growth of other competing bacteria; Some plasmids can carry genes for catabolic enzymes and virulence factors;
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