Which of the following statements about emerging viruses is false?
A)Emerging viruses are able to "jump" from one species to another.
B)Hantavirus,which causes a hemorrhagic-type fever,originates in deer mice.
C)Ebola is an emerging virus of unknown origins that can have a mortality rate in excess of 50%.
D)The emerging virus SARS is a completely new form of corona virus.
E)The stable genome of the SARS virus makes it an unlikely candidate for vaccine development.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement that the stable genome of the SARS virus makes it an unlikely candidate for vaccine development is actually false. In fact, the stable genome has made it easier for researchers to develop vaccines.

Which of the Following Statements About Emerging Viruses Is False