1. Like living things, viruses have genetic material and 2. viruses can evolve.
- Viruses share many genes with their host cells. Viruses are dependent on living organisms, which lead to some living characteristics - they can reproduce/replicate in living host cells, mutate, appear in different strains, and have unique genetic material. However, viruses are classified as not living things because they can’t carry out the necessary processes that meet all requirements for the classification of a living thing. They do NOT undergo respiration and cannot generate energy needed to survive on its own, but viruses *do* share a few features with living things.
The right option is; c. can be used and consumed without risk
The defining characteristic of potable water is that it can be used and consumed without risk.
Potable water is the water that is considered safe for human consumption without risk of health problems. Potable water meets drinking water quality standards in terms of physical, chemical and microbiological parameters. Potable water has been treated and it is assumed to be considerately free of harmful pathogens such as bacteria and contaminants.
<span>In a flower , the female sex cells, or eggs, are produced by the ovary . Pollen, which contains the male sex cells, is produced by the male cones or micro spores.</span>