episome /ep·i·some/ (-sōm) in bacterial genetics, any accessory extrachromosomal replicating genetic element that can exist either autonomously or integrated with the chromosome.
episome
ep·i·some ( p  -s m )n. A genetic particle within certain cells, especially bacterial cells, that can exist either autonomously in the cytoplasm or as part of a chromosome. |
episome
[ep′isōm]
Etymology: Gk, epi + soma, body
an extrachromosomal replicating unit that exists autonomously or functions with a chromosome. See also colicinogen, conjugon, F factor, plasmid, R factor.
episome
any accessory extrachromosomal replicating genetic element that can exist either autonomously or integrated with the chromosome. See also plasmid.
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