The Filamentous DNA Phages are Unusual, Because They

Question

The filamentous DNA phages are unusual, because they
A) are released from the host without the host being lysed.
B) have linear genomes.
C) replicate without a host.
D) are released from the host without being lysed and have linear genomes.

Accepted Answer

Filamentous DNA phages, such as M13, are unique because they are capable of being extruded from the host cell without causing lysis. This allows the host cell to survive and continue producing more phage particles.