Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This question tests knowledge of virus genera and their classification.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Prunus necrotic ringspot virus (C) is NOT a member of the genus Tobamovirus.
It belongs to the genus Ilarvirus (family Bromoviridae).
Tobamovirus genus includes:
- Tobacco mosaic virus (TMV).
- Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV).
- Pepper mild mottle virus (PMMoV).
Other options:
- Tosopivirus (A): A genus of viruses (not Tobamovirus).
- Tobravirus (B): A genus of viruses (not Tobamovirus).
- Papaya ringspot virus (D): Belongs to the genus Potyvirus (not Tobamovirus).
Thus, Prunus necrotic ringspot virus is NOT a Tobamovirus.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Thus, Prunus necrotic ringspot virus is NOT a virus of the genus Tobamovirus, which corresponds to option (C).
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