Question

The low copy number of F plasmid is essential for the stability of these plasmids.

(a) True

(b) False

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Answer 1

Correct option is (a) True

The explanation: Usually, the F plasmids are present in a low copy number in cells. These low copy numbers are very essential for the stability because then only a few molecules can act as substrates for recombination mediated deletion.