Question

Which of the following is the reason
that viruses aren't considered alive?
A. they can grow and develop on their own
B. they can metabolize
C. they can't reproduce on their own
D. they can't move on their own

Answer 1

Answer:

they can't reproduce

Explanation:

Viruses rely on the cells of other organisms to survive and reproduce, because they can't capture or store energy themselves. In other words they cannot function outside a host organism, which is why they are often regarded as non living thing