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Which of the following statements about viroids is true?

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They have a protein coat They contain DNA as genetic material They lack a protein coat and consist only of RNA Correct They infect only animals

Viroids are infectious agents made of low-molecular-weight RNA. They lack the protein coat found in viruses and were discovered by T. O. Diener.

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