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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 1 Objective Question
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What describes Lytic vs. Lysogenic Cycles (for bacteriophages)?
Options
A Immediate replication and destruction of host vs Integration of viral DNA into host genome (prophage)
Correct Answer
B Integration of viral DNA into host genome (prophage) vs Immediate replication and destruction of host
C Both involve immediate destruction
D Both involve integration
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lytic cycle: virus replicates and kills host immediately. Lysogenic: viral DNA integrates as prophage, replicates with host without killing.

Hint

Lytic = burst, Lysogenic = latent.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Test Compilation BIO 102 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 271 of 802
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