Plasmids are small, extrachromosomal DNA molecules within living cells that are physically separated from chromosomal DNA and can replicate independently. They are most commonly found in bacteria as small DNA molecules that are separate from the bacterial chromosome. Plasmids often carry genes that enhance the survival of the host cell and can be transferred between cells and even bet... https://vaishnavicmi.hashnode.dev/plasmid-purification-for-downstream-applications-a-comprehensive-overview