The Activation of the SOS System in a Bacterium Infected

question 108

Multiple Choice

The activation of the SOS system in a bacterium infected with a prophage results in

• A)destruction of the viral genes.
• B)complete lysis of the bacterial culture.
• C)mutation of the DNA.
• D)destruction of the viral repressor through host protease activity.
• E)complete lysis of the bacterial culture AND destruction of the viral repressor through host protease activity.

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