MDCAT Biology MCQ #16

Under stressful conditions, a lysogenic bacterial population suddenly begins to lyse. Which process triggers the transition from the lysogenic to the lytic cycle?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #16

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Under stressful conditions, a lysogenic bacterial population suddenly begins to lyse. Which process triggers the transition from the lysogenic to the lytic cycle?

    • A) Transduction
    • B) Induction
    • C) Conjugation
    • D) Transformation

    Answer: Induction

    Explanation: Induction is the process where a prophage detaches to start the lytic cycle. Transduction involves horizontal gene transfer, not the cycle switch.