Which of the following statements is a reason for NOT classifying viruses in one of three domains rather than in a fourth domain?

a. Viruses direct anabolic pathways of host cells.
b. Viruses are obligate parasites.
c. Some viruses can incorporate their genome into a host's genome.
d. Viruses are not composed of cells.
e. All of the answers are correct.


Ans: d. Viruses are not composed of cells.

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