Which statements are true regarding viruses? (Select all that apply.)
A)Viruses are very complex microorganisms.
B)Viruses are referred to as eukaryotes.
C)Viruses are capable of producing messenger RNA (mRNA).
D)Viruses penetrate plasma membranes via endocytosis.
E)Viruses are capable of uncoating cytoplasmic nucleocapsid.

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Viruses are extremely simple microorganisms and do not possess any of the metabolic organelles found in prokaryotes (e.g., bacteria) or eukaryotes (e.g., human cells). Once bound, the virus can penetrate the plasma membrane by receptor-mediated endocytosis. Within the cytoplasm, the virus uncoats the protective nucleocapsid and releases viral genetic information. Most RNA viruses directly produce mRNA, which is translated into viral proteins, and genomic RNA, which is eventually packaged into new viruses.

Which Statements Are True Regarding Viruses? (Select All That Apply