Concept explainers
Introduction :
A virus is a
Answer to Problem 6STP
Correct answer :
The correct answer is option (D) types of genetic materials.
Explanation of Solution
Explanation/justification for the correct answer :
Option (D) types of genetic materials. The characterization of viruses is based on the type of nucleic acid they consist. It is the genetic materials that enter inside the host cell to replicate. So, the correct answer is option (D).
Explanation for incorrect answer :
Option (A) capsid protein. The protein capsid of the viruses encloses the genetic materials once the genetic materials enter inside the host cell, the virus detach the protein shell. So, this is an incorrect option.
Option (B) chromosome number. The viruses are very small microorganism to distinguish based on the chromosome number it’s the nucleic acid which shows the difference. So, this is an incorrect answer.
Option (C) host resistance. Host resistance may vary between different types of viruses but it is not the basic characteristics for classification. So, this is an incorrect answer.
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