Biological Science (6th Edition)

by Freeman, Scott; Quillin, Kim; Allison, Lizabeth; Black, Michael; Taylor, Emily; Podgorski, Greg; Carmichael Jeff

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 0321976495

ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 20 - The Molecular Revolution: Biotechnology and Beyond - Review - Page 416: 2

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A plasmid is a DNA molecule that is separated from chromosomal DNA but is still able to replicate itself. They are primarily found in bacterial cells and take a circular form.

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