A plasmid that encodes for a relaxase complex but does not contain the genes necessary to make a pilus would be considered what type of plasmid? compatible O mobilizable broad host range O self-transmissible

A plasmid that encodes for a relaxase complex but does not contain the genes necessary to make a pilus would be considered what type of plasmid? compatible O mobilizable broad host range O self-transmissible

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter20: Viruses, Bacteria, And Archaea

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A plasmid that encodes for a relaxase complex but does not contain the genes necessary
to make a pilus would be considered what type of plasmid?
compatible
mobilizable
broad host range
self-transmissible

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