This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Virology, Subject name: Microbiology
The 1st stage of life cycle of bacteriophage includes 
Select and explain. 
A. Lysogenic cycle, B. Maturation, C. Eclipse phase, D. Lytic cycle
D: Lytic cycle
Answer: D: Lytic cycle 
Explanation: Life cycle of phages include lytic phase, lysogenic phase and eclipse phase Eclipse phase represents time required for synthesis of new phage components Lytic phase includes adsorption, penetration, synthesis of phage components, maturation and release of progeny phages Ref: Baveja 5th ed Pg: 436