Scientists have discovered a new virus that is very different from any known viruses. What type of matter is the virus most likely made of? (5 points)

Question

a
Combination of protons of some atoms that have not been discovered so far

b
Combination of protons of different atoms that exist in the periodic table

c
Compounds made from elements that are not in the periodic table

d
Compounds made by bonding of atoms of known elements

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

d Compounds made by bonding of atoms of known elements.

Viruses are made up of biological molecules, primarily proteins and nucleic acids (DNA or RNA), which are composed of atoms from known elements that are found in the periodic table. While a new virus may have unique properties or structures, its basic composition will still consist of these known elements.