A particular species of virus carries a gene for salicylate hydroxylase,an enzyme that breaks down salicylic acid.Will this virus be more or less virulent to plants than other viruses?

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The enzyme salicylate hydroxylase breaks down salicylic acid, which is a key component of the plant's defense mechanism. By degrading salicylic acid, the virus can suppress the plant's immune response, making it more virulent.

A Particular Species of Virus Carries a Gene for Salicylate