JAMB Biology 1995 Question 1

Question 1

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

Which of the following does a virus have in common with animal cells?

  1. A.Nucleus
  2. B.DNA
  3. C.Gycogen
  4. D.Cytoplasm.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (DNA)

Explanation

A virus is just nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) in a protein coat; it has no nucleus, cytoplasm or stored glycogen, so DNA is what it shares with animal cells.