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Multiple Choice
COVID-19 is a ___________ virus that causes _____________ infections.
A
dsRNA ; Acute.
B
ssRNA ; Acute.
C
ssDNA ; Latent.
D
ssRNA ; Persistent.
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Identify the type of genetic material in the COVID-19 virus. COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is known to have a single-stranded RNA (ssRNA) genome.
Understand the nature of infections caused by the virus. COVID-19 typically causes acute infections, characterized by rapid onset and a relatively short duration.
Review the options provided in the problem. The options include combinations of genetic material type and infection nature.
Match the correct type of genetic material with the nature of infection. Since COVID-19 is caused by an ssRNA virus and results in acute infections, identify the option that correctly pairs these characteristics.
Select the option that states 'ssRNA ; Acute' as it accurately describes the genetic material and infection type of the COVID-19 virus.