Question

A transducing phage differs from a regular bacteriophage in that it:

• A. Carries plasmid DNA
• B. Forms lysogens in all hosts
• C. Transfers bacterial DNA from one cell to another
• D. Lyses host cells more rapidly

Hint:

Focus on the fact that transducing phages carry and transfer bacterial DNA, unlike regular phages which only inject their own viral DNA.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

A transducing phage is a type of bacteriophage that can transfer bacterial DNA from one bacterium to another during infection. This process is called transduction. Unlike regular bacteriophages, which typically inject only their viral DNA, transducing phages can incorporate bacterial DNA into their genome and transfer it to a new host. They do not necessarily lyse cells more rapidly.