Question

Identify the vector that infects E. coli cells containing F-plasmid and that has a single-stranded circular genome:}

• A. Agrobacterium tumefaciens
• B. YEp
• C. pBR322
• D. M13

Hint:

Always remember important features of different vectors such as their origin, their target species and the genome that they use.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

M13: M13 is a bacteriophage that infects E. coli cells with an F-plasmid. Its single-stranded circular genome is valuable in biological and biotechnological applications. Agrobacterium tumefaciens: This bacterium facilitates gene transfer into plant cells. YEp: YEp is a yeast episomal plasmid, distinct from E. coli. pBR322: pBR322 is a widely used bacterial plasmid vector, not a virus.