Plasmids are used to
A) break down hydrocarbons.
B) clean up oil spills.
C) produce clones.
D) insert new genetic information into cells.
E) All of the above

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Plasmids are often used as vehicles to introduce new genetic information into cells, such as the insertion of a gene of interest. While plasmids have been studied for their potential to clean up oil spills and break down hydrocarbons, these applications have not yet been widely implemented. Plasmids are not used to produce clones.

Plasmids Are Used to