The type of viral infection in which a virus enters a host cell and then remains dormant (hidden)in a host cell's chromosome is:

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This type of viral infection is known as a lysogenic infection, where the viral DNA integrates into the host cell's chromosome and remains dormant or latent until it is triggered to enter the lytic phase and produce new viruses. This is a common mechanism used by many viruses, including the herpes simplex virus and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

The Type of Viral Infection in Which a Virus Enters