Use the Following Figure and Information to Answer the Question(s)below

question 5

Multiple Choice

Use the following figure and information to answer the question(s) below.

Cells were infected with approximately 1,000 copies of either virus A or virus B at the 0 time point. At five-minute intervals, a sample of the virus and cell mixture was removed. The intact cells were removed from the sample, and the number of viruses per milliliter of culture was determined.
Using the data in the figure, how long does it take for virus A to go through one lytic cycle?

• A) 15 minutes
• B) 30 minutes
• C) 45 minutes
• D) 90 minutes

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Definitions:

Mediterranean Descent

Referring to people originating from or having ancestry linked to countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.

Monocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays an essential role in the immune system by combating infections and participating in the inflammatory process.

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system, involved in protecting the body against infections and diseases.

Granules

Small particles or grains, often referring to components within cells or materials with a granular texture.