BIO by M Tahir ( Lecturer Al Azhar ) virus chapter
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A characteristic feature distinguishing RNA viruses from DNA viruses is that RNA viruses generally

A. Replicate only inside the nucleus
B. Exhibit a higher mutation rate
C. Always possess envelopes
D. Always infect plants

📝 Explanation

RNA polymerases lack efficient proofreading mechanisms, resulting in frequent mutations and rapid viral evolution.

📖 Additional Information

  • Replicate only inside the nucleus
  • Exhibit a higher mutation rate
  • Always possess envelopes
  • Always infect plants

RNA polymerases lack efficient proofreading mechanisms, resulting in frequent mutations and rapid viral evolution.

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