Consider the image below. This image shows plasmid DNA isolated through exactly the same method that you used. The lanes that were untreated (TE) contain plasmid DNA, but also large amounts of smaller nucleic acids that are predicted to be RNA. What is one explanation for why RNA could be present in the sample that should have contained plasmid DNA only? Think about the chemical similarities of these two molecules.
Bacterial Genomics
The study of the morphological, physiological, and evolutionary aspects of the bacterial genome is referred to as bacterial genomics. This subdisciplinary field aids in understanding how genes are assembled into genomes. Further, bacterial or microbial genomics has helped researchers in understanding the pathogenicity of bacteria and other microbes.
Transformation Experiment in Bacteria
In the discovery of genetic material, the experiment conducted by Frederick Griffith on Streptococcus pneumonia proved to be a stepping stone.
Plasmids and Vectors
The DNA molecule that exists in a circular shape and is smaller in size which is capable of its replication is called Plasmids. In other words, it is called extra-chromosomal plasmid DNA. Vectors are the molecule which is capable of carrying genetic material which can be transferred into another cell and further carry out replication and expression. Plasmids can act as vectors.
Consider the image below. This image shows plasmid DNA isolated through exactly the same method that you used. The lanes that were untreated (TE) contain plasmid DNA, but also large amounts of smaller
What is one explanation for why RNA could be present in the sample that should have contained plasmid DNA only? Think about the chemical similarities of these two molecules.
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