NEET2016ZoologyBiotechnology - Principles and ProcessesActual
Which of the following is not a feature of the plasmids?
Options
- AIndependent replication
- BCircular structure
- CTransferable
- DSingle-stranded
Correct answer
D. Single-stranded
Step-by-step solution
Plasmids are extra chromosomal, double-stranded circular DNA. They are used as vectors in genetic engineering. In nature, plasmids provide one or more functional benefits to the host, such as resistance to antibiotics, degradative functions, and virulence.