Cells infected with animal viruses lyse because
A) the release of the virions depletes the cell of energy.
B) the virus releases enzymes that lyse the cell.
C) functions necessary for cell survival are not carried out and the cell dies.
D) the virus RNA and cellular protein interact to kill the cell.
E) the viruses release lysozyme which destroys the host cell wall.

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Animal viruses often cause cell lysis by disrupting essential cellular functions, leading to cell death.

Cells Infected with Animal Viruses Lyse Because