Question

One of the key factors that makes the plasmid a vector in genetic engineering is that

• A. it is resistant to antibiotics
• B. it is resistant to restriction enzymes
• C. it is able to carry a foreign gene
• D. its ability to cause infection in the host.

Answer 1

The correct option is C it is able to carry a foreign gene

Plasmids have the ability to carry genes which makes them a good choice for vectors. Apart from that, they are self replicating and posses an Ori sequence and thus can amplify whenever needed.