A virus differs from other pathogens in that it is
A)larger.
B)more dangerous.
C)not capable of reproduction outside a living cell.
D)multicellular.

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A virus cannot reproduce outside a living cell and therefore requires a host to replicate. This distinguishes viruses from other pathogens such as bacteria and fungi which can grow and reproduce in non-living environments. Size and danger level can vary greatly among different types of pathogens and are not exclusive to viruses. Additionally, viruses are not multicellular as they consist of only a nucleic acid core surrounded by a protein coat.

A Virus Differs from Other Pathogens in That It Is