MATSEC AM Biology Practice Questions - Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) Biology - AM 05 (2026) Exam

In the lytic cycle of a bacteriophage, which sequence of events is correct?

Attachment → injection of nucleic acid → synthesis of viral components → assembly → lysis of host Integration of viral DNA into the host chromosome → long latent period → induction Immediate conversion of the host into a prophage that never produces new virions Fusion of the entire phage head with the host nucleus followed by mitosis

Correct Answer:

Attachment → injection of nucleic acid → synthesis of viral components → assembly → lysis of host

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