Question

Differentiate between the following: (i) Plasmid DNA and Chromosomal DNA

Hint:

Remember: Plasmid DNA is extra-chromosomal and circular, while chromosomal DNA carries essential genetic information.

Answer 1

\[ \begin{array}{|c|c|} \hline \textbf{Plasmid DNA} & \textbf{Chromosomal DNA} \\ \hline \text{Small, circular DNA found in bacteria} & \text{Large, linear DNA found in the nucleus} \\ \text{Carries non-essential genes} & \text{Carries essential genes} \\ \text{Self-replicating independently} & \text{Replicates with cell division} \\ \hline \end{array} \]