MDCAT Biology MCQ #37

Which term best describes the stage of the viral life cycle where the phage tail fibers land on the E. coli surface?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #37

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which term best describes the stage of the viral life cycle where the phage tail fibers land on the E. coli surface?

    • A) Penetration
    • B) Adsorption
    • C) Multiplication
    • D) Assembly

    Answer: Adsorption

    Explanation: Adsorption is the first step where the virus attaches to the host; penetration fails because it involves the entry of DNA.