If the Protein Coat of a Virus That Infects a Bacterium

question 3

Multiple Choice

If the protein coat of a virus that infects a bacterium is labeled with radioactive sulfur and the DNA of the virus is labeled with radioactive phosphorus,over time

• A)both the sulfur and the phosphorus will be found within the bacterium.
• B)only the sulfur will be found inside the bacterium.
• C)only the phosphorus will be found inside the bacterium.
• D)both the sulfur and the phosphorus will be found outside the bacterium.
• E)the radioactivity of the sulfur and phosphorus will decay very quickly and not be detectable.

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Definitions:

Platelets

Small, disk-shaped cell fragments in the blood that are essential for blood clotting.

Blood Composition

The makeup of blood, including red and white blood cells, platelets, and plasma, which transport nutrients, gases, and waste products.

Normocytes

Normal, healthy red blood cells of typical size and shape.

Anti-B Antibodies

Antibodies present in the plasma of individuals with blood type A, which react against B antigens on red blood cells.