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Lambda Bacteriophage and Life Cycle Regulation

Lambda Bacteriophage and Life Cycle Regulation

12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes / Lambda Bacteriophage and Life Cycle Regulation / Problem 2

In the context of virology, how does the Lambda Bacteriophage decide whether to enter the lysogenic or lytic cycle upon infecting E. coli?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

The decision is based on the host cell's nutritional status.

B

It depends on a random mutation within the bacteriophage DNA.

C

The bacteriophage assesses environmental conditions such as temperature and pH.

D

It is determined by a coin-toss mechanism inherent in its genetic structure.

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