Why Are Viruses Considered Nonliving

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why are viruses considered nonliving?

• A)because they lack a cell wall
• B)because they cannot reproduce outside a host cell
• C)because they lack a nucleus
• D)because they contain RNA as their genetic material

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Definitions:

Continually Changing

Describes a state of constant evolution or modification, not remaining static.

Variable on the Vertical Axis

Refers to the dependent variable in a graph or chart, plotted along the vertical (Y) axis, whose value depends on the independent variable.

Variable on the Horizontal Axis

In data representation, a quantity that is measured along the horizontal axis, usually independent in nature.

Slope

The measure of the steepness or angle of a line, indicating the rate at which it rises or falls.