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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question

Question

Which viral cycle involves the integration of bacteriophage DNA into the host genome as a prophage without immediate cell lysis?
Options
A Syncytial cycle
B Lysogenic cycle
Correct Answer
C Abortive cycle
D Lytic cycle
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the lysogenic cycle, the viral genome integrates into the bacterial host chromosome as a prophage and replicates stably alongside it.

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