Viral genome incoporated in host DNA is called

Prophase

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Prophage

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Bacteriophage

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D Prophage
Prophage is a segment of Viral DNA incorporated into the host DNA. This DNA replicates along with the host DNA. This is a form of replication in virus where for a certain period of time the host cell is kept intact. This kind of reproduction in virus is called lysogenic type of reproduction.
So, the correct answer is 'prophage'

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