JAMB Biology 2013 Question 12

Question 12

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

Which of the following is the simplest living organism?

  1. A.Virus.
  2. B.Amoeba.
  3. C.Chlamydomonas.
  4. D.Paramecium.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Virus.)

Explanation

A virus is just genetic material in a protein coat with no cell at all, so it is simpler than any single-celled organism.