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Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about viruses?

i. Viruses are smallest among the microorganisms

ii. Viruses can live freely

iii. Viruses use the host cell to reproduce

iv. Viruses do not have DNA or RNA


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i and iii

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ii and iv

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i

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iii and iv

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Solution

The correct option is A

i and iii


Viruses are smallest among the microorganisms. Viruses consists of a genetic material (DNA or RNA) as well as a protein coat. Viruses require the host cell to reproduce. Viruses change their shape and composition in fractions of a second.​


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