27. Class VI animal viruses include HIV. Based on the type of viral genome, how is this class distinguished from the other classes of animal virus? A) It has double stranded RNA. B) It has single stranded RNA that serves as mRNA (positive sense). C) It has single stranded RNA that serves as a template for the synthesis of DNA. D) It has single stranded RNA that serves as a template for mRNA (anti-sense).

27. Class VI animal viruses include HIV. Based on the type of viral genome, how is this class distinguished from the other classes of animal virus? A) It has double stranded RNA. B) It has single stranded RNA that serves as mRNA (positive sense). C) It has single stranded RNA that serves as a template for the synthesis of DNA. D) It has single stranded RNA that serves as a template for mRNA (anti-sense).

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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