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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question

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In the ICTV Classification System, which taxonomic rank follows 'Family' in the hierarchy of classifying viruses?
Options
A Order
B Species
C Genus
Correct Answer
D Subfamily
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The example provided for ICTV Classification shows the hierarchy as: Order, Family, Genus, Species. Therefore, Genus follows Family.

Hint

Refer to 'B. ICTV Classification System' on page 2 and its example hierarchy.

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