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Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) genome is...

Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV) genome is

A

Single stranded RNA

B

Double stranded DNA

C

Single stranded DNA

D

Double stranded RNA

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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Virus**: The question asks about the genome of the Tobacco Mosaic Virus (TMV). TMV is a well-known virus that primarily affects tobacco plants. 2. **Identifying the Genome Type**: The options provided are: - Single-stranded RNA - Double-stranded DNA - Single-stranded DNA - Double-stranded RNA 3. **Researching TMV Characteristics**: TMV is known to have a genome that is composed of RNA. Specifically, it is important to note that TMV has a positive-sense single-stranded RNA genome. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the characteristics of TMV, the correct answer to the question is that the Tobacco Mosaic Virus genome is **single-stranded RNA**. 5. **Understanding the Impact**: TMV causes diseases in tobacco plants, leading to symptoms such as yellow streaking and malformation of leaves. This information helps in understanding the significance of the virus in agriculture.
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