Genes that are encoded for polymerases, gyrases, ribosomal proteins, and other proteins essential to replication, transcription, and translation are present on
A) chromosomes.
B) plasmids.
C) chromosomes and plasmids.
D) neither chromosomes nor plasmids.

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Chromosomes contain the essential genes for replication, transcription, and translation. Plasmids may contain accessory genes that can enhance these processes, but they are not essential for the basic functions.

Genes That Are Encoded for Polymerases, Gyrases, Ribosomal Proteins, and Other