Small circular,extrachromosomal DNA segments are known as ________.
A)vectors
B)plasmids
C)clones
D)RNA

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Plasmids are small, circular, extrachromosomal DNA segments that are commonly found in bacteria and can replicate independently of the chromosomal DNA. Vectors are also extrachromosomal DNA segments but are used to transfer genes from one organism to another. Clones are genetically identical copies of a single individual or cell. RNA is a type of nucleic acid that is involved in the synthesis of proteins.

Small Circular,extrachromosomal DNA Segments Are Known as ________