Question

bacteria and viruses contain genetic material. 1 point
true
false
bacteria are classified as living. 2 points
true
false
viruses remove all the genetic material from the host cell and kill them. 1 point
true
false

Explanation:

1. Bacteria and viruses both have genetic material. Bacteria have DNA or RNA in their cells, and viruses have either DNA or RNA as their genetic - core.
2. Bacteria meet the criteria for living organisms such as metabolism, growth, and reproduction.
3. Viruses do not remove all the genetic material from the host cell. They hijack the host - cell machinery for replication.

Answer:

1. True
2. True
3. False