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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question
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What primarily determines the host specificity of a virus?
Options
A The size of the viral genome.
B The color of the host cell.
C The interaction between viral surface molecules and host cell receptors.
Correct Answer
D The pH of the environment outside the host cell.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Under 'Host Specificity', the text explains: 'The interaction between viral surface molecules and host cell receptors determines this specificity.'

Hint

Consider how a virus physically interacts with a host cell at the molecular level to gain entry.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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