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Animal Viruses: DNA Virus Synthesis & Replication

Animal Viruses: DNA Virus Synthesis & Replication

18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions / Animal Viruses: DNA Virus Synthesis & Replication / Problem 1

What does the conversion of ssDNA into dsDNA accomplish in the replication cycle of ssDNA viruses?

A

It allows the ssDNA to be used directly in translation.

B

It prepares the genome for transcription and replication.

C

It degrades the ssDNA into smaller fragments.

D

It initiates the assembly of new viral particles.

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