The genetic material that is present in viruses is
A
only DNA
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B
only RNA
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C
both DNA and RNA
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D
either RNA or DNA
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Solution
The correct option is D either RNA or DNA Viruses contain genetic material that is enclosed in a protein coat. The genetic material can be either RNA or DNA. No virus contains both RNA and DNA.