What Role Do Acute Viruses Play in Their Ecosystem

Question

What role do acute viruses play in their ecosystem?
A) transfer genes across species
B) act as predator or parasite
C) evolve symbiotically with host
D) act as a bioweapon
E) act as a viral shunt

Accepted Answer

Acute viruses typically act as predators or parasites within their ecosystem. They infect and harm their host, potentially leading to the death of the host. This can have cascading effects on the ecosystem, such as a decrease in the population of the host's prey or an increase in the population of the host's predators.