When a viral genome is integrated into the host chromosome but does not result in the lysis of the host cell,the condition is referred to as ________.

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Lysogeny refers to the integration of a viral genome into the host chromosome without causing immediate host cell lysis. This can result in the virus existing in a dormant state within the host cell for an extended period of time. A temperate infection is another term used to describe this type of viral infection. A virulent infection and a lytic infection both involve the rapid replication and host cell lysis by the virus.

When a Viral Genome Is Integrated into the Host Chromosome