Q1. [1] straightforward initial-understanding
Which of the following statements about viruses is supported by the chapter text?
(a) Viruses are definitely alive because they can reproduce.
(b) Viruses show no molecular movement until they infect a cell, which is why there is debate about whether they are truly alive.
(c) Viruses are considered alive because they show visible movement.
(d) Viruses are not alive because they cannot take in food.
- a Viruses are definitely alive because they can reproduce.
- b Viruses show no molecular movement until they infect a cell, which is why there is debate about whether they are truly alive.
- c Viruses are considered alive because they show visible movement.
- d Viruses are not alive because they cannot take in food.