Viruses are
A) cells containing DNA and protein.
B) larger than most bacteria.
C) acellular.
D) able to take in nutrients and expel wastes.
E) mutated forms of DNA.

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Viruses are not considered to be cells, as they lack the necessary organelles and metabolism to be considered alive. They are acellular entities that consist of a small amount of genetic material (either DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat.

Viruses Are