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Define plasmid and explain the types of selectable markers used in plasmids

Answer 1

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This element is required for the maintenance of the plasmid in the cell. ... Under the selective conditions, only cells that contain plasmids with the appropriate selectable marker can survive. Commonly, genes that confer resistance to various antibiotics are used as selective markers in cloning vectors.

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