Practice mode Acellular Life (Viruses)

Which is the correct order of events in the lytic cycle of a bacteriophage?

Correct answer C. Attachment, penetration, synthesis, assembly, lysis

Explanation

The phage first attaches to receptors, injects its DNA, directs synthesis of new viral parts, assembles them into phages and finally lyses the cell to release them.

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