Question

directions: choose the best answer for each question.

1. what is the main difference between the lytic and lysogenic cycles

a. type of genetic material
b. method of replication
c. speed of infection
d. host cell type

Explanation:

The lytic cycle involves the virus immediately replicating and lysing the host cell. The lysogenic cycle has the virus integrate its DNA into the host genome and replicate along with the host's DNA. So the main difference is the method of replication.

Answer:

B. Method of replication