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Compare and contrast a provirus and viral DNA.(1 point)
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A provirus is viral DNA incorporated into the host cell’s DNA.

A provirus is bacterial DNA incorporated into the viral DNA.

A provirus is newly replicated viral DNA after injection.

A provirus is the host cell’s DNA that has been destroyed.

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None of the provided responses are accurate. Here is the correct response:

A provirus is viral DNA that has been incorporated into the host cell's DNA, whereas viral DNA refers to the genetic material of a virus. Unlike viral DNA, a provirus remains dormant within the host cell until it is activated to produce new viral particles.
Answered by GPT 3.5
The correct answer is: A provirus is viral DNA incorporated into the host cell’s DNA.

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