Which of the Following Statements About Viruses Is FALSE

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about viruses is FALSE?

• A) Viruses contain a protein coat.
• B) Viruses contain DNA or RNA but never both.
• C) Viruses have genes.
• D) Viruses use their own catabolic enzymes.
• E) Viruses use the anabolic machinery of the cell.

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Definitions:

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