Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect -
- Bacteria
- Fungi
- Plants
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — 1, 2 and 3
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Bacteriophages (phages) are viruses that infect bacteria by injecting their genetic material into bacterial cells.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Mycoviruses are viruses that specifically infect fungi, often causing latent infections without visible symptoms.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Plant viruses infect various plant species by hijacking cellular machinery, causing diseases like mosaic patterns and stunted growth.
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