The Ti Plasmid is Used as a Vector to Transfer

Question

The Ti plasmid is used as a vector to transfer DNA into
A) viruses.
B) bacteria.
C) plant cells.
D) animal cells.
E) protozoa.

Accepted Answer

The Ti (tumor-inducing) plasmid is naturally found in the soil bacterium Agrobacterium tumefaciens, which has the ability to transfer a portion of its DNA (carried on the Ti plasmid) into the genomes of plant cells it infects. This makes it a useful vector for genetic engineering in plants.