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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question
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According to the table comparing lytic and lysogenic cycles, what is the fate of the host cell in the lysogenic cycle?
Options
A It is immediately destroyed by lysis.
B It replicates rapidly to produce new virions.
C It survives and continues to divide and function normally.
Correct Answer
D It undergoes a change in genetic material but always dies eventually.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Difference between the Lytic and Lysogenic Cycles' table states under 'Host Cell Fate' for the Lysogenic Cycle: 'Survives. The cell continues to divide and function normally.'

Hint

Unlike the lytic cycle, the host cell typically endures in this cycle.

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Course: MIC 121
Topic: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 112 of 984
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