Which of the following is NOT used as a criterion to classify viruses?
A) morphology
B) nucleic acid
C) biochemical tests
D) size
E) number of capsomeres

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Morphology, nucleic acid, size, and number of capsomeres are commonly used criteria to classify viruses. Biochemical tests are not typically used, as viruses do not have their own metabolism and therefore do not exhibit biochemical reactions.

Which of the Following Is NOT Used as a Criterion