In what way do viruses and cells differ in their ability to respond to stimuli?(1 point)

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Both viruses and cells respond to stimuli in the same way.
Both viruses and cells respond to stimuli in the same way.

Viruses respond to stimuli through metabolic processes, while cells do not.
Viruses respond to stimuli through metabolic processes, while cells do not.

Cells can respond to environmental stimuli, while viruses cannot.
Cells can respond to environmental stimuli, while viruses cannot.

Viruses can respond to environmental changes, while cells cannot.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

Cells can respond to environmental stimuli, while viruses cannot.

Cells have the ability to sense and respond to their environment through various mechanisms, including metabolic processes. In contrast, viruses do not have the machinery to carry out metabolic processes or respond to stimuli independently, as they are not considered living organisms and rely on host cells for replication and activity.