NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyBiological ClassificationPractice
Select the INCORRECT statement.
Options
- AMost plant viruses are RNA viruses.
- BBacteriophages possess dsDNA.
- CImmunodeficiency virus is a retrovirus.
- DPrions possess only nucleoid and no proteins.
Correct answer
D. Prions possess only nucleoid and no proteins.
Step-by-step solution
Viruses are microscopic particles that can reproduce inside a living cell that serves as a host. Viruses contain protein and genetic material like living things. Protein coat is also known as a capsid. Prions are proteinaceous agents that contain only protein and no nucleic acid.