what is transposable genetic elements
Definition of TRANSPOSABLE ELEMENT. : a segment of genetic material that is capable of changing its location in the genome or in some bacteria of undergoing transfer between an extrachromosomal plasmid and a chromosome.ADVERTISEMENT.noun.efinition of TRANSPOSABLE ELEMENT. : a segment of genetic material that is capable of changing its location in the genome or in some bacteria of undergoing transfer between an extrachromosomal plasmid and a chromosome. ADVERTISEMENT. noun.