Biology Acellular Life ETEA 2019
PMDC Verified Question 60 of 70
The bacteriophage replicates only inside the:
A
Animal cell
B
Bacterial cell
C
Fungal cell
D
Both A & B
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: Bacterial cell
Concept:

Viruses exhibit high host specificity determined by viral surface proteins and host cell receptors.

Solution:

  • A bacteriophage (phage) translates to "bacteria eater."
  • It is highly specialized to recognize, infect, and replicate only inside a bacterial cell.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Animal/Fungal cells: Bacteriophages cannot bind to or infect eukaryotic cells because they lack the required host receptors.

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