Many viruses released into the air survive for only short periods of time. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this?

A. Viruses attract antibodies in the atmosphere.

B. Viruses require a low atmospheric pressure.

C. Viruses are hosts for bacteria that eventually destroy them.

D. Viruses are dependent on host cells of living organisms.

A virus doesn't do real metabolism, but uses the host cell. The correct answer is D.

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-12

The most likely reason that viruses released into the air survive for only short periods is that they are dependent on host cells of living organisms to replicate. Without access to these cells, viruses cannot sustain themselves outside a living environment. Therefore, the correct answer is D. Viruses are dependent on host cells of living organisms.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-20