Viruses can progress to two possible scenarios after infecting the host cell. Which of the following is characteristic of the lysogenic cycle? a Viral DNA takes over the host cell, making new viruses that burst out of the cell. b Viruses enter the host cell, and rapidly make copies of the host DNA. c Viral DNA is inserted into host DNA, and is replicated when the cell divides. d Viral RNA takes over the host cell, making new host cells.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: c Viral DNA is inserted into host DNA, and is replicated when the cell divides.

In the lysogenic cycle, the viral DNA integrates into the host's genome and is replicated along with the host's DNA during cell division. This can remain inactive for a period before potentially entering the lytic cycle, where new viruses are produced and the host cell is ultimately destroyed.