Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective
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Author: Denise G. Anderson Lecturer, Sarah Salm, Deborah Allen
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Chapter 13, Problem 7MC
Influenza vaccines must be changed yearly because the amino acid sequence of the viral proteins changes gradually over time. Based on this information, which is the most logical conclusion? The influenza virus
a) is enveloped.
b) is non-enveloped.
c) has a DNA genome.
d) has an RNA genome.
e) causes a persistent infection.
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