Question

Which of the following types of macromolecules are found in all viruses? Select all that apply.a. Nucleic acidsb. Polysaccharidesc. Lipidsd. Proteins

Answer 1

Answer:

Nucleic Acids and proteins. (A, D)

Explanation:

Viruses are known as the typical parasites in the living environment, they are not plants, animals, or bacteria. All viruses have nucleic acid, either Deoxyribonucleic acid or Ribonucleic acid as their genetic material, but not both, and consisting of a protein coat, which helps to surround the nucleic acid (DNA, and RNA).

The basic viruses have only enough RNA or DNA to encode 4 proteins. They are generally classified by the species they infect such as plants, bacteria, or animals. Mostly they are two types in shapes: rods, or filaments, and spheres.