Asked by Arumugam Anamale on Jun 06, 2024
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What are the viruses that attack bacteria?
A) Phages
B) Virions
C) Prions
D) Satellites
E) Adenoviruses
Phages
Viruses that infect and replicate within bacteria and archaea.
Adenoviruses
A group of viruses that can infect the respiratory tract, eyes, and gastrointestinal tract in humans, leading to a range of illnesses.
Virions
Complete virus particles that consist of an RNA or DNA core surrounded by a protein coat and are capable of infecting a host cell to reproduce.
- Acknowledge the concept of viruses attacking bacteria and the specificity of bacteriophages.
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Brissa MoralesJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Phages, or bacteriophages, are viruses that specifically infect and replicate within bacteria.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the concept of viruses attacking bacteria and the specificity of bacteriophages.