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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question
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The lambda (λ) phage is a classic example of which type of bacteriophage?
Options
A A virulent phage that only undergoes the lytic cycle.
B A temperate phage capable of lysogeny.
Correct Answer
C A complex phage with an icosahedral head and a helical tail that only infects fungi.
D A defective phage that requires a helper virus.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document explicitly states, 'The lambda (λ) phage is a classic example of a temperate phage capable of lysogeny.'

Hint

Recall the two main categories of bacteriophages based on their replication strategies.

Question Info

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