Question

HIV is comprised of a protein coat and genetic material which is

• A. single stranded DNA
• B. single stranded RNA
• C. double stranded RNA
• D. double stranded DNA

Answer 1

The correct option is B single stranded RNA

AIDS (acquired immuno deficiency syndrome) is caused by the HIV virus. HIV (human immuno deficiency virus) belongs to the special class of viruses called retrovirus. HIV consists of a viral envelope. Within the viral envelope, single stranded RNA (ssRNA) is present. Hence, HIV has a protein coat and a genetic material which is ssRNA.