12. Discuss with your teacher and find out how to distinguish between
(a) Plasmid DNA and Chromosomal DNA
The differences between plasmid DNA and chromosomal DNA are as follows:
Plasmid DNA | Chromosomal DNA |
Circular, extra-chromosomal DNA which is capable of self-replication and is found in bacteria is called plasmid DNA. | The entire DNA (excluding extrachromosomal DNA) present in the cell constitutes chromosomal DNA |
It is found only in bacteria | It is found in both bacteria and other eukaryotic cells. |