Multiple choice

Why is it difficult to make antiviral medicines?

  1. Because the cell wall of viruses is made up of chitin

  2. Because viruses use the biochemical mechanisms of their host

  3. Because viruses have complex biochemical pathways

  4. Because viruses multiply at a rapid rate
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Viruses are not affected by antibiotics as they use the biochemical mechanisms of their host.

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