Which of the plasmids, often used in genetic engineering?
A
Extrachromosomal DNA
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B
Nuclear DNA
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C
Membrane bound organelle
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D
DNA attached to mitochondria
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Solution
The correct option is A Extrachromosomal DNA A plasmid is a small, extrachromosomal DNA molecule within a cell that is physically separated from chromosomal DNA and can replicate independently.