Virus Basics

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Which of the following is true about viruses?

  • Viruses have a protein coat called capsid (correct)
  • Viruses have organelles and ribosomes
  • Viruses replicate their genetic material independently
  • Viruses contain both DNA and RNA

What is the role of viruses in the replication of genetic material?

  • Viruses take control of the host cells' synthetic machinery (correct)
  • Viruses replicate their genetic material independently
  • Viruses synthesize their own genetic material
  • Viruses provide the enzyme required for replication

What do viruses contain?

  • DNA and RNA
  • Capsid and ribosomes
  • Genetic information but not the enzyme (correct)
  • Enzymes and organelles

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