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BIO 102 Test Compilation BIO 102 6 Objective Question

Question

To which virus family does Human herpesvirus 1 belong?
Options
A Immediate replication and destruction of host
B Integration of viral DNA into host genome (prophage)
C Herpesviridae
Correct Answer
D Simplexvirus
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Human herpesvirus 1 (HHV-1), also known as herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), is a member of the Herpesviridae family, which includes many other human herpesviruses.

Hint

The name of the virus itself contains a clue about its family.

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