Question

COVID-19 is caused by the virus}

• A. SARS-CoV-2
• B. SARS-CoV
• C. SARS-CoV-3
• D. SARS

Hint:

Remember: COVID-19 is the disease, while SARS-CoV-2 is the virus causing it—this distinction is often tested.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: COVID-19 is a viral infectious disease caused by a novel coronavirus belonging to the SARS-related coronavirus family. Step 1:Identify the causative agent.
The virus responsible for COVID-19 is named SARS-CoV-2, which stands for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2.
Step 2:Check the given options.

• SARS-CoV → Responsible for the 2003 SARS outbreak, not COVID-19
• SARS-CoV-3 → No such virus exists
• SARS → Refers to the disease, not the virus

Final Answer: SARS-CoV-2