NEET Botany Viruses & Viroids MCQ Question
A diagram shows a simplified representation of a virus with its protein coat (capsid) and nucleic acid core. Which of the following statements accurately describes an aspect of virus structure or behavior?
Viruses can be crystallized because they consist largely of proteins.
The nucleic acid of a virus is always DNA.
Viruses are active and capable of reproduction outside of a host cell.
The capsid of a virus is responsible for its ability to infect specific host cells.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, W.M. Stanley showed that viruses could be crystallized, and the crystals consist largely of proteins, highlighting the importance of the protein coat or capsid.
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