The term episome refers to a type of

Plasmid

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Solution

The correct option is B Plasmid
Episome can be defined as the genetic element present inside a few bacterial cells (DNA of some bacteriophages) which can replicate independently of the host.
It is a type of plasmid.
So, the correct answer is 'Plasmid'.

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