Caulimovirus (Cauliflower mosaic virus) is a group of viruses which have

Double stranded RNA

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Single stranded RNA

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Single stranded DNA

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Double stranded DNA

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Solution

The correct option is C Double stranded DNA
Cauliflower mosaic virus belongs to the genus Caulimovirus. This virus causes plant infection. It has genetic material in the form of circular and double-stranded DNA. The length of the DNA is 8 kbp and encapsulated in a nucleocapsid that is spherical in shape. Thus the correct answer is option D.

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