Release of T4 phage from host cells after assembly

A. occurs by exocytosis.
B. occurs by extrusion and does not result in cell lysis.
C. requires holin protein that allows the T4 lysozyme to attack the peptidoglycan.
D. depends on a protein that interacts with MurA and interferes with normal peptidoglycan synthesis.


Answer: C

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