Plasmid

Meaning of the word

The term “plasmid” refers to a circular DNA molecule that can be found in some cells, especially in bacteria. Plasmids are independent of the cell’s main chromosome and can be replicated and transferred to other cells.

Origin of the word

The word “plasmid” originates in the Greek “plasma”, which means “something molded” or “something formed”. The suffix “-ido” indicates that it is something small or diminutive.

Word adverbs

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Conjunctions of the word

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Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “plasmid” are: extracromosomal genetic element, extracromosomal DNA and cloning vector.

Word Definitions

– Circular DNA molecule found in some cells, especially in bacteria.
– Extrachromosomal genetic element capable of replication and transfer to other cells.

Phrases that the word applies

– The plasmid is widely used in scientific research for gene cloning.
– Plasmids can give antibiotic resistance to the bacteria that have them.

Examples of the word in text

– The laboratory used a plasmid to insert the desired gene into the cell.
– Horizontal transfer of plasmids is an important mechanism in bacterial evolution.

Rhymes with the word

– Video
– Boredom
– Hatred
– Radio
– Studio

Anagrams with the word

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