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Which statement accurately describes viroids as infectious agents found in nature?

1. Viroids consist of RNA that can cause infections.
2. Viroids do not possess a protein covering.
3. Viroids are categorized as sub-viral entities.
4. All of the mentioned statements are true.

Correct answer: All of the mentioned statements are true.

Solution

Viroids are characterized as infectious RNA particles that lack a protein coat and are considered sub-viral agents. All the given statements are correct.

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