Plasmids Often Encode for Proteins

Question

Plasmids often encode for proteins
A) involved in translation.
B) required for cellular growth.
C) that confer resistance to antibiotics.
D) involved in DNA replication.

Accepted Answer

Plasmids often carry genes that provide antibiotic resistance to bacteria, which can confer a selective advantage in certain environments.

Answer: D 
 Plasmids can carry genes involved in DNA replication, such as genes for DNA polymerases or helicases, which can help the plasmid replicate independently of the host's genome.