Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of a Virus

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a virus?

• A)acellular
• B)obligate parasite
• C)can be synthesized from chemicals in the laboratory
• D)diseases caused by viruses can be treated with antibiotics
• E)contain DNA or RNA

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Definitions:

Ventricular Contractions

The rhythmic tightening and pumping action of the heart's ventricles, essential for circulating blood throughout the body.

Stereotactic Radiosurgery

A non-surgical radiation therapy used to treat abnormalities and small tumors in the brain with highly focused radiation beams.

Cancer

A broad group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.

Cellular Reproduction

The process by which cells divide to form new cells, essential for growth, repair, and the maintenance of organisms.