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The role of plasmids in bacterial genetics

Plasmids play a crucial role in bacterial genetics as small circular DNA molecules capable of carrying foreign genes and transferring them between bacteria. The genes on plasmids can be regulated through their own promoters and regulatory elements. Some plasmids carry antibiotic resistance genes, conferring resistance to specific antibiotics on bacteria. In genetic engineering, plasmids are used as vectors for cloning and expressing foreign genes, facilitating gene transfer and expression studies. Furthermore, plasmid transfer between bacteria promotes horizontal gene transfer, increasing bacterial genetic diversity and driving bacterial evolution.

Edited at 2025-01-11 14:08:13
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The role of plasmids in bacterial genetics

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