​It Is Thought That Viruses May Have Originated from Cells

question 15

Multiple Choice

​It is thought that viruses may have originated from cells because ____.

• A) ​of their small size
• B) ​they are pathogens
• C) ​they can only replicate within a host cell
• D) ​they do not have organelles
• E) ​of their genetic material

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Definitions:

Emotional Expressiveness

The degree to which individuals outwardly display their emotional states through facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice.

Introspection

The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes.

Model Minority

A stereotype that characterizes a particular minority group as exemplifying academic achievement, professionalism, and law-abidance, often ignoring individual diversity and challenges within the group.

Political Activism

The effort to promote, impede, or direct social, political, economic, or environmental reform or stasis with the desire to make improvements in society.