Binary fission occurs in which stage of the bacteriophage life cycle?
Correct answer: A. Lysogenic cycle
- A. Lysogenic cycle
- B. Lytic cycle
- C. Both A and B
- D. None
Explanation
All infections of bacterial cells by phages do not result in lysis. In some cases viral DNA, instead of taking over the control of the host's machinery, becomes incorporated into the bacterial chromosome. A phage in this state is called a prophage, and this process is known as lysogeny. In this condition the bacterium continues to live and reproduce normally.
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