Reverse transcriptase is an enzyme contained in:
Correct answer: C. Retroviruses
- A. All viruses
- B. Bacteriophages
- C. Retroviruses
- D. Plant viruses
Explanation
Reverse transcriptase is an enzyme contained in retroviruses, such as HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). This enzyme allows the virus to convert its RNA genome into DNA after entering a host cell, a process called reverse transcription. The newly formed viral DNA is then integrated into the host cell's genome, enabling the virus to use the host's machinery to produce new viral particles. Reverse transcriptase is essential for the replication of retroviruses and is a key target for antiviral drugs that aim to inhibit HIV replication.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
About Biodiversity and Variety of Life
Biological classification uses taxonomic ranks, binomial nomenclature and shared characteristics to organize life into kingdoms. The major groups include prokaryotes, protists, fungi, plants and animals, with comparisons based on cell type, cell wall, nutrition, body organization, reproduction and evolutionary relationships; prokaryotes lack a membrane-bound nucleus.
Practise Biodiversity and Variety of Life
3,130 free Biodiversity and Variety of Life MCQs from Biology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Biology questions like this
Biology is on 8 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.