Meaning of replication cycle: In biology, refers to the reproduction cycle of viruses.

Definition of replication cycle

In biology, refers to the reproduction cycle of viruses. A repliction cycle begins with the infection of a host cell and ends with the release of mature progeny virus particles.

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