Virology Basics
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What is the approximate size range of viruses?

  • 1 to 10 μm
  • 50 to 200 μm
  • 20 to 300 nm (correct)
  • 500 to 1000 nm

    • What is the nature of viral genetic material?

  • It contains both DNA and RNA
  • It can be either DNA or RNA, but not both (correct)
  • It is always RNA
  • It is always DNA

    • Where can viruses grow and reproduce?

  • Only in artificial media
  • Exclusively in bacterial cells
  • In the absence of any host cell
  • Animal or plant cells or in microorganisms (correct)

    • What do viruses lack in terms of metabolic machinery?

    <p>They lack the ability to generate energy or synthesize proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specialized protein coat enclosing viral genetic material known as?

    <p>&quot;Capsid&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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