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Biology Biological Classification Viruses, Viroids, Prions, Lichens and Mycorrhiza Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 21, 2026

Genetic material of bacteriophage:

A
Double stranded DNA
B
Single stranded RNA
C
Double stranded RNA
D
Single stranded DNA

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Most bacteriophages (viruses infecting bacteria) contain dsDNA.This DNA controls replication inside the bacterial host cell.

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