Scientists Have Learned the Full Extent of Viral Abundance on Earth

question 76

Multiple Choice

Scientists have learned the full extent of viral abundance on earth because _______.

• A) viruses are known to grow on all life forms: animal, plant, fungi, and bacteria
• B) metagenomic sequencing has identified viruses in a broad variety of environments
• C) the final step of the viral life cycle, release of mature viruses and cell lysis, releases millions of viruses
• D) a wide variety of microbes is available to act as hosts for these viruses

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Dishonest

Characterized by a lack of truthfulness, integrity, or straightforwardness, especially with the intention to cheat or deceive.

Takes Advantage

Behaviors or actions through which an individual or group exploits situations or others for their own benefit, often unfairly.

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Emotionally Detached

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