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Biology, 21.04.2020 00:53 CatelynBGray

The immune system is designed to fight off pathogens. One of the most threatening are viruses because we cannot kill them, only stop their spread and provide palliative (supportive) care. Which statements below are CORRECT about viruses (there can be more than one or all...select as many as you feel are correct)

A. They are incapable of performing protein synthesis so they force the host cell to use their genetic material to make new viruses

B. They have antigens, so your body can make antibodies to fight them off and stop the infection

C. Taking antibiotics is the best way to stop a virus

D. They can either have DNA or RNA as their genetic material

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