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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question
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Which of the following nucleic acid types is explicitly stated as not found in any known viral genome?
Options
A Single-stranded DNA (ssDNA)
B Double-stranded DNA (dsDNA)
C Single-stranded RNA (ssRNA)
D Circular double-stranded RNA (dsRNA)
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states under 'Viral Genome' that 'There are no viruses known with circular dsRNA genomes', although ssDNA, dsDNA, ssRNA, and linear dsRNA are known types.

Hint

Refer to the 'Viral Genome' section, specifically the diagram and the note below it.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 120 of 984
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