If a plasmid lacks an origin of replication what will happen when it is transformed into bacteria?
A. The plasmid will not be useful in producing a protein because it lacks an RNA polymerase binding site.
B. There will not be regions to clone genes into the plasmid.
C. The plasmid cannot be cut with restriction enzymes.
D. As the bacteria divide they will lose the plasmid.
E. Bacteria containing the plasmid will not be able to grow in the presence of antibiotics.
Answer: D
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