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What is a bacteriophage?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. A virus
  2. A bacterium growing in artificial nutrient medium
  3. A fungus causing disease
  4. A phagocytic protozoa

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: A virus

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) A virus šŸ“š Explanation: A bacteriophage is a type of virus that specifically infects and replicates within bacteria. The name literally means 'bacteria eater'. They are widely used in genetic research and are being studied as a potential alternative to antibiotics for treating bacterial infections.