Question 1 2 / 2 pts True or False. Because the genome is contained within an enclosed space (much like the nucleus of a cell), viruses are classified as eukaryotic. True Correct! False False. Viruses are neither eukaryotic nor prokaryotic. Question 2 5 / 5 pts Describe the two basic components of a virus. Your Answer: - genomic material that can be either DNA or RNA - Capsid that is a membrane like structure which protects the genetic matrials A virus has (1) genomic material comprised of either DNA or RNA and (2) a capsid, a membrane-like protective structure that contains the genetic material, similar to the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell. Question 3 3 / 3 pts The envelope surrounds the _________ of some viruses. Your Answer: capsid capsid Question 4 2 / 2 pts True or False. You would expect to see a viral envelope on a virus infecting a plant cell.