In what sense are viruses comparable to isolated chromosomes in terms of being "non-living"?
Correct answer: D. Both require the environment of a cell to replicate.
- A. They require both RNA and DNA.
- B. They both need food molecules.
- C. They both require oxygen for respiration.
- D. Both require the environment of a cell to replicate.
Explanation
The correct answer is that both isolated chromosomes and viruses require the environment of a host cell to replicate because viruses, like isolated chromosomes, cannot replicate or carry out their life cycle independently and rely on a host cell to do so. All other options are incorrect.
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