All of the following are true concerning plasmids EXCEPT that they
A)are self-reproducing circular molecules of DNA.
B)are sites for inserting genes for amplification.
C)may be transferred between different species of bacteria.
D)may confer the ability to donate genetic material when bacteria conjugate.
E)are usually essential in bacteria.

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Plasmids are not usually essential in bacteria, as they often carry non-essential genes for traits such as antibiotic resistance or toxin production. However, some plasmids can provide selective advantages to the bacteria that carry them.

All of the Following Are True Concerning Plasmids EXCEPT That