What Is the Function of Reverse Transcriptase in Retroviruses

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Multiple Choice

What is the function of reverse transcriptase in retroviruses?

• A) It hydrolyzes the host cell's DNA.
• B) It uses viral RNA as a template for DNA synthesis.
• C) It converts host cell RNA into viral DNA.
• D) It translates viral RNA into proteins.
• E) It uses viral RNA as a template for making complementary RNA strands.

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Definitions:

Foreskin

The retractable fold of skin covering the tip of the penis in uncircumcised males.

Foreskin

The fold of skin covering the head of the penis, which can be surgically removed via circumcision.

Circumcised

The surgical removal of the foreskin from the male penis.

Perineum

An area of soft tissue between the genitals and the anus that covers the muscles and ligaments of the pelvic floor.