Science and Technology
2016
Health and Diseases
Biotechnology Basics
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Viruses can infect
- bacteria
- fungi
- plants
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
B.3 only
A.1 and 2 only
D.1, 2 and 3
C.1 and 3 only
Correct Answer: Option D
Viruses are capable of infecting nearly all types of living cells.
Specifically:
- Bacteria can be infected by viruses known as bacteriophages.
- Fungi can be infected by viruses called mycoviruses.
- Plants are also susceptible to a variety of viral infections.
Therefore, viruses can infect bacteria, fungi, and plants. Hence, option D is correct.
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