Asked in PMC Practice Test 1 (2021) 2021Moderate

These are largest animal viruses:

Correct answer: B. Poxviruses

  • A. HIV
  • B. Poxviruses
  • C. Covid-19
  • D. HBV

Explanation

The poxviruses are the largest known DNA viruses and are distinguished from other viruses by their ability to replicate entirely in the cytoplasm of infected cells.

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