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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question

Question

What type of genome and replication strategy characterizes Group VI viruses in the Baltimore Classification, with HIV as an example?
Options
A dsDNA
B (+)ssRNA
C (-)ssRNA
D (+)ssRNA with RT
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Baltimore Classification table specifies that Group VI is characterized by '(+)ssRNA with RT' (Reverse Transcriptase), and lists HIV, Retroviruses as examples.

Hint

Find HIV in the Baltimore Classification table and identify its associated genome type.

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