Consider the following statement and select the option which correctly identifies true(T) and false(F).
A virus always consists of double strands of DNA or RNA surrounded by protein coat.

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A virus always consists of genetic material, either DNA or RNA in the form of a double strand or single strand. In viruses, the genetic material is surrounded by a protective coat called capsid, which made up of protein.

Hence, the given statement is false.

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Consider the following statement and select the option which correctly identifies true(T) and false(F).A virus always consists of double strands of DNA or RNA surrounded by protein coat.

A virus always consists of genetic material, either DNA or RNA in the form of a double strand or single strand. In viruses, the genetic material is surrounded by a protective coat called capsid, which made up of protein. Hence, the given statement is false.

Consider the following statement and select the option which correctly identifies true(T) and false(F).
A virus always consists of double strands of DNA or RNA surrounded by protein coat.

A virus always consists of genetic material, either DNA or RNA in the form of a double strand or single strand. In viruses, the genetic material is surrounded by a protective coat called capsid, which made up of protein.

Hence, the given statement is false.