Which statements describe a bacteriophage? Select all that apply.

Options:

a. It is a type of virus that infects bacteria.

b. It is a type of bacteria that infects viruses.

c. It is a virus consisting of a protein coat and a DNA core.

d. It is a bacterial strain consisting of protein and a DNA core.

Answer:

Option - (A, C) : It is a type of virus that infects bacteria, and it is a virus consisting of a protein coat and a DNA core.

Explanation:

The bacteriophage is a form of unicellular cell that comprises of a very specific form of structure, having the genetic materials intact inside the protein coat and the rest of the body is termed to be more of a crystalline in nature. As, the phage is categorized for having the main host as the bacterial cell, and it replicates itself by using the two main pathways which are the following: Lytic cycle, Lysogenic cycle.