What are functions of phages?

Which one, phage T4 or filamentous phage, has limited amount of DNA? Why?

Describe the 4 phases of lytic growth

Describe the 3 phases of lysogenic growth

Define:
1 - Virulent
2 - Temperate
3 - Lysogen
4 - Prophage
5 - Immunity
6 - Induction

How does phage decide lysis or lysogeny?

New bacteria arrive to the lab. You want to figure out if they are virulent or temperate. How would you proceed?

Is lamb DNA ss or ds and linear or circular?

How long is lamb DNA? How many genes?

Is the fact that the lamb DNA becomes circular inside the host a feature or a bug?