The main purpose of the early viral genes that are expressed is to:
Correct answer: D. Both A and B
- A. Take over the host machinery
- B. Synthesize nucleic acids
- C. To remove the coat of the virus
- D. Both A and B
Explanation
The main purpose of the early viral genes that are expressed is to take over the host machinery and synthesize nucleic acids. So, option D is correct.
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