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Bacterial virus is called...

Bacterial virus is called

A

cyanophage

B

bacteriophage

C

mycophage

D

proteophage.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used to describe a virus that infects bacteria. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options given are: - Sinophas - Bacteriophage - Mycophage - Proteophas 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Sinophas**: This term refers to viruses that infect cyanobacteria, which are a type of bacteria but not all bacteria. Therefore, this option is incorrect. - **Bacteriophage**: This term specifically refers to viruses that infect bacteria. This is the correct option. - **Mycophage**: This term refers to viruses that infect mycobacteria, which are a specific type of bacteria. This option is not the general term for all bacteria. - **Proteophas**: This term does not refer to viruses that infect bacteria, making it incorrect. 4. **Conclusion**: After analyzing the options, the correct answer is **Bacteriophage**, as it specifically denotes a virus that infects bacteria. **Final Answer**: Bacterial virus is called **Bacteriophage**. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used to describe a virus that infects bacteria. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options given are: - Sinophas - Bacteriophage - Mycophage ...
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