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Of the 8 characteristics of life (RAREHOGG), which characteristics do viruses have that a person might use to argue in favor of considering viruses are living? * A.Adapt, have Genetic Material (Nucleic Acids), Reproduce, made of cells B.Reproduce, made of cells, use and make Energy, able to Grow and develop C.Adapt, have Genetic Material (Nucleic Acids), Organized (made of) cells, use and make Energy D.Reproduce, have Genetic Material (Nucleic Acids) and Adapt

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D.Reproduce, have Genetic Material (Nucleic Acids) and Adapt

Step-by-step explanation:

The statements A, B and C are incorrect because viruses are not made of cells, they just carry the genetic material to exploit the cell machinery for its replication in the host, it is for that reason that viruses are considered parasitic

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