Biology Acellular Life UHS 2022
PMDC Verified Question 43 of 70
What does the term bacteriophage refer to?
A
Combination of bacterium and virion
B
A virus that infects bacteria
C
A virus which behaves as bacteria
D
A bacterium that infects virus
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option B: A virus that infects bacteria
Concept:

The nomenclature of viruses often reflects their specific host organism.

Solution:

  • The term "bacteriophage" is formed from "bacteria" and the Greek word "phagein" (to devour).
  • It specifically refers to a virus that infects bacteria.


Why other options are incorrect:

  • Viruses do not behave like bacteria, nor do bacteria infect viruses. It is strictly a viral parasite of a bacterial host.

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