phages

Phages are viruses that attack other viruses. They are very important in the world of biology, because they help to control the population of viruses.

  • Phages are a very important part of the biology classroom.

  • Phages are a very important part of the world of biology.

Definition of phages

noun

a virus that is parasitic (reproduces itself) in bacteria

Synonyms:

bacteriophage

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