Which of the Following Characteristics Describe Viruses

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics describe viruses?

• A) an infectious particle
• B) contain genetic material in the form of DNA or RNA
• C) have a capsid made of protein
• D) All of the answers describe viruses.
• E) None of the answers describe viruses.

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Definitions:

Metamorphosis

A profound change in form from one stage to the next in the life history of an organism, as from caterpillar to butterfly.

Larva

The immature, wingless, and often worm-like stage in the life cycle of insects, before they transform into adults.

Pupa

A transitional stage of a developing insect, after larva and before adulthood, during which it undergoes transformation.

Cocoon

A protective casing spun by the larvae of many insects, inside which they undergo metamorphosis into their adult form.