Which of the following statements about the human immunodeficiency virus is FALSE?

A. The virus is the cause of AIDS.
B. The virus is easily transmitted through the air.
C. The virus can stay dormant in a cell for months or years.
D. The virus is destroyed on contact with isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
E. The virus can survive and reproduce only inside the human body.


Answer: B

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