Many bacteria carry plasmids containing bacterial genes that are easily and rapidly spread through an entire bacterial colony. Why are plasmids of particular concern to humans?

A) They carry genes for antibiotic resistance.
B) They carry genes that code for substances that are toxic to humans.
C) They carry genes that code for flagellae.
D) They carry genes that enable bacteria to metabolize glucose.


A

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