Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 255
Question: Viral genome incorporated and integrates with bacterial genomes is refer to as [AFMC 2005]
Options:
A) Prophages
B) RNA
C) DNA
D) Both (b) and (c)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
The phage $ \lambda $ DNA attaches to the specific site of bacterial genome with the help of $ \lambda $ integrase enzyme.
The phase DNA in this lalent (non virulent) form is called provirus or prophage (integrated viral DNA with the host bacterial DNA).
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