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What is the main difference between viroids and viruses?
BiologyBiological ClassificationNEET
Options:
  • A Viroids lack a protein coat, while viruses have one
  • B Viroids have a protein coat, while viruses lack one
  • C Viroids have low molecular weight RNA, while viruses have high molecular weight RNA
  • D Viroids are obligate parasites, while viruses are saprophytic
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Viroids lack a protein coat, while viruses have one
Viroids lack the protein coat that is found in viruses.

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