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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question
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A typical virus is primarily composed of which two core components?
Options
A Peptidoglycan cell wall and ribosomes
B Nucleic acid core and protein capsid
Correct Answer
C Plasma membrane and mitochondria
D Flagella and pili
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The 'Structure' row in the 'Basic Characteristics' table for viruses explicitly states: 'Nucleic acid core (DNA/RNA), protein capsid; some have envelope'. The nucleic acid core and protein capsid are the fundamental components.

Hint

Check the 'Structure' description in the 'Basic Characteristics' section for viruses.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 456 of 802
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