An extra chromosomal segment of circular DNA of a bacterium is used to carry gene of interest into the host cell. What is the name given to it?
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Plasmid is the name given to it.
- Plasmid is an extra chromosomal DNA molecule found in bacteria and some eukaryotes. They hold ability to replicate independently.
- Plasmid are used as vector.
- Vector in molecular biology refers to DNA molecule that carries foreign or specifically required genetic material into another cell.
- In another cell, the genetic material is either replicated or expressed to provide required proteins.
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