In T-even phages,which of the following makes the initial contact with the appropriate receptor site?

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The tail fiber is responsible for making initial contact with the appropriate receptor site on the surface of the host cell. This allows the phage to attach to the cell and initiate the infection process. The base plate, collar, and tail tube are all involved in the subsequent stages of phage infection.

In T-Even Phages,which of the Following Makes the Initial Contact