MDCAT Biology MCQ #40

A virologist classifies a new virus based on its ability to only infect specific species of birds. This classification system uses:

MDCAT Biology MCQ #40

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A virologist classifies a new virus based on its ability to only infect specific species of birds. This classification system uses:

    • A) Type of symmetry
    • B) Host range
    • C) Presence of envelope
    • D) Number of capsomeres

    Answer: Host range

    Explanation: Viruses are primarily classified based on whether they infect plants, animals, or bacteria; symmetry fails as it is a secondary structural feature.