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JAMB Biology 1990 Question 1

Question 1

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

Viruses are considered to be living organisms because they

  1. A.possess transmittable characters
  2. B.move from one place to another
  3. C.respond to stimulation
  4. D.ingest food materials
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (possess transmittable characters)

Explanation

Viruses carry genetic material and reproduce inside host cells, passing their characters on to new viruses; this is why they are counted as living.