What is another word for lysogenization?
Pronunciation: [lˌa͡ɪsə͡ʊd͡ʒna͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Lysogenization is a biological process where bacteriophages, viruses that infect bacteria, integrate their genetic material into the DNA of their host cell. Synonyms for lysogenization include temperate phage conversion, prophage induction, and lysogenic conversion. The term lysogenic conversion refers to the change in phenotype that occurs when a bacterium acquires a prophage. This results in the expression of new genes, which can significantly alter the bacterium's behavior. Prophage induction is the opposite of lysogenization, where the prophage is triggered to leave the host cell and enter the lytic cycle of viral replication. Understanding these terms is crucial in comprehending the complex interactions between bacteriophages and their host cells.
