Which of the Following Is a Major Difference Between the Group

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major difference between the group A and the group B viroids?

• A) Whether they affect the RNAi pathway or not.
• B) Whether they infect animals or plants.
• C) Whether they produce a protein or not.
• D) Whether they have a self-cleaving RNA or not.
• E) Whether they replicate in the endoplasmic reticulum or not.

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Definitions:

Osmotic Gradient

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First Lungs

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Outpouchings

Bulges or protrusions from a hollow structure in the body.

Efficient Respiratory System

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