Which of the following is correct about plasmid vectors used in genetic engineering?

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Which of the following is correct about plasmid vectors used in genetic engineering?

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Plasmid vectors cannot replicate independently. Plasmid vectors are used to transfer foreign genes into host cells. Correct Plasmid vectors degrade DNA in host cells. Plasmid vectors are only used in animal cell culture.

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Plasmid vectors are used in genetic engineering to transfer foreign genes into host cells, where they_x000D_ replicate independently.

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