Question

As a general rule, viruses are not considered to be alive. One reason is that some viruses use RNA as their genetic material. Which of the five biological themes does this violate? Briefly explain why.

Answer 1

The theme of Cells & its genetic material

Step-by-step explanation:

The five major biological themes are

a) Cells & its genetic material

b) Interdependence of organisms

c) Homeostasis

d) Inheritance and reproduction

e) Evolution

Out of these five themes, the theme which is violated here is the theme of cells & its genetic material.

Every living organism is made up of cell and all cells have genetic material within them in the form of DNA. During cellular division, this genetic material is transferred from the parent cell to the cell of the offspring