Plasmid

Pronunciation: /ˈplæsmɪd/

Plasmid (noun)

  1. A small circular piece of DNA found in some bacteria, separate from their main chromosome.
  2. A DNA carrier used in laboratories to move genes into cells for experiments or research.

Examples

  • A plasmid is a small DNA circle found in many bacteria.
  • The plasmid carries genetic information in a small DNA circle.