What are plant viruses and what are they capable of doing?

What will be an ideal response?


ANS:Plant
viruses are pathogenic, or disease-causing, organisms. Viruses are composed of nucleic acids
surrounded by a protein sheath. They are capable of altering a plant's metabolism by affecting protein
synthesis.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A) wide B) narrow C) ?tall D) ?bright

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There are many methods of insulating metal ductwork. Which of the following methods is NOT used to insulate ducts?

A) Bubble outer wrap or liner B) Spray-on urethane foam C) Fiberglass outerwrap with vapor barrier D) Fiberglass liner

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