Which of the following statements cannot be used to describe a viral infection?

A) the virus divides within the host cell forming two new viruses that also divide within the host cell; those two viruses divide to form four viruses within the host cell
B) the virus may insert its genetic material into the DNA of the host
C) the virus may direct production and assembly of new viruses within the host cell and cause it to lyse
D) the virus may disrupt the DNA of the host cell leading to growth of a tumor
E) The virus inserts its genetic material into the host cell DNA< but may be simulated to separate from the host's DNA and begin production of new viruses that lyse the cell


Ans: A) the virus divides within the host cell forming two new viruses that also divide within the host cell; those two viruses divide to form four viruses within the host cell

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