Which sample most likely contains viruses?
Understand the Problem
The question asks which of the four samples described in the table most likely contains viruses based on the presence of nuclei, chloroplasts, ribosomes, and genome size. We need to use our knowledge of cell biology and virus characteristics to determine the answer.
Answer
The final answer is Sample 3.
The sample that most likely contains viruses is Sample 3. Viruses are much smaller than bacteria or eukaryotic cells. Also, viruses do not have ribosomes, chloroplasts, or a nucleus.
Answer for screen readers
The sample that most likely contains viruses is Sample 3. Viruses are much smaller than bacteria or eukaryotic cells. Also, viruses do not have ribosomes, chloroplasts, or a nucleus.
More Information
Viruses are diverse entities: They vary in structure, methods of replication, and the hosts they infect. Nearly all forms of life—from prokaryotic bacteria to multicellular organisms such as humans—have viruses that infect them.
Tips
Students may confuse viruses with bacteria or other cellular organisms, but viruses are acellular and have a much simpler structure.
Sources
- [Solved] This question has TWO partsA table comparing ... - Studocu - studocu.com
- Intro to viruses (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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