In order to transcribe the late structure genes found on the left hand side of the λ phage genome, which of the following must occur?

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In order to transcribe the late structure genes found on the left hand side of the  λ phage genome, which of the following must occur?

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The late structure genes on the left hand side of the λ phage genome are found in the circularized form of the phage genome. Circularization of the phage genome is a necessary step for transcription of the late structure genes because it allows for the formation of a single continuous DNA strand that can be transcribed by RNA polymerase. The other options (A, B, D, and E) are not necessary for transcription of the late structure genes to occur.

In Order to Transcribe the Late Structure Genes Found on the Left