plasmid

Plasmídio

Meaning of the word

Plasmid is a circular DNA molecule that can be found in some cells, especially in bacteria. It is able to replicate independently of the cell’s main chromosome and may contain genes that give adaptive advantages such as antibiotic resistance.

Origin of the word

The word “plasmid” originates in the Greek “plasma”, which means “something molded” or “something formed”. The suffix “-ídio” indicates diminutive, referring to the fact that the plasmid is a smaller DNA molecule compared to the main chromosome.

Adverbs of the word
– Plasmidially
– PLASMICALLY

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– Therefore

synonyms of the word
– Extrachromosomal genetic element
– Extrachromosomal DNA
– Plasmidial DNA

Definitions of the Word

  • Circular DNA molecule found in some cells, especially in bacteria.
  • Extrachromosomal genetic element capable of replicating independently of the main cell chromosome.
  • Bearer of genes that give adaptive advantages, such as antibiotic resistance.

  • Phrases that the word applies





    Plasmid is widely used in genetic research.
    plasmids can be transferred between different bacteria.
    Antibiotic resistance is often conferred by plasmids.

    Examples of the word in text

    The scientist isolated a plasmid containing the gene of interest.

    Horizontal transfer of plasmids is an important mechanism in bacterial evolution.

    Plasmids can be used as vectors in genetic engineering.

    rhymes with the word
    – Indian
    – Studio
    – Boredom
    – Radio
    – Lídio

    anagrams with the word
    – Diplomah
    – Diposmia
    – Diplosima
    – diplosami
    – Diplosiam

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