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[#321] Virus range in size from
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(D) 2 nm to 300 nm
Explanation
Solution: A virus is an infectious agent of small size and simple composition that can multiply only in living cells of animals, plants, or bacteria. They range in size from about 20 to 300 nanometres in diameter.
[#322] Virus was discovered by
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(C) D. Iwanowski
Explanation
Solution: Two scientists contributed to the discovery of the first virus, Tobacco mosaic virus. Ivanoski reported in 1892 that extracts from infected leaves were still infectious after filtration through a Chamberland filter-candle.
[#323] The study of microorganisms is termed as
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(B) Microbiology
Explanation
Solution: Technically a microorganism or microbe is an organism that is microscopic. The study of microorganisms is called microbiology.
[#324] Entamoeba Histolytica is a
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(B) Protozoan
Explanation
Solution: Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite that accounts for an estimated 100,000 annual deaths globally.
[#325] Amoeba belongs to which group
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(A) Protozoa
Explanation
Solution: Amoeba belongs to which group protozoa.