Prophage

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A prophage is a bacterial virus (bacteriophage) integrated into a host chromosome. Its genome can be integrated into the bacterial host chromosome or exists as an extrachromosomal plasmid. When stress in the host is detected, the phage enters its reproductive cycle.

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See also: Prophage, Chromosome, Microorganism