In which step of the life cycle of bateriophage, tail releases enzyme lysozyme?
Correct answer: D. Injection
- A. Attachment
- B. Adsorption
- C. Penetration
- D. Injection
Explanation
In the traditional description of the bacteriophage life cycle, the release of lysozyme occurs during the penetration step. After the bacteriophage attaches to the bacterial cell and injects its genetic material, lysozyme is released to weaken the bacterial cell wall, allowing the injected genetic material to enter the host cell.
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