The Host Range of a Virus Is Determined by ________

question 33

Multiple Choice

The host range of a virus is determined by ________.

• A) the enzymes carried by the virus
• B) whether its nucleic acid is DNA or RNA
• C) the proteins in the host's cytoplasm
• D) the proteins on its surface and that of the host

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Definitions:

Selective Pressure

An evolutionary force that leads to changes in genetic traits within a population by favoring certain variants over others.

Tuberculosis

A serious infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, characterized by the growth of nodules (tubercles) in the tissues, especially the lungs.

Caddo Population

Refers to the members or number of individuals belonging to the Caddo, a Native American tribe originally from the southeastern United States, now primarily in Oklahoma.

Disease

A disorder or malfunction of the mind or body that results in significant symptoms, impacting an individual's normal functioning or well-being.