A virologist isolates a novel virus from bat saliva during a wildlife disease survey. The virus is examined in the laboratory to characterise its key features.
Which of the following features will likely apply to this virus? (select all that apply)

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A virologist isolates a novel virus from bat saliva during a wildlife disease survey. The virus is examined in the laboratory to characterise its key features.

Which of the following features will likely apply to this virus? (select all that apply)

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Requires host cell machinery to synthesise proteins

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Contains single-stranded or double-stranded genetic material

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Replicates independently when cultured in nutrient-rich broth

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Generates energy using its own viral metabolic enzymes

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