Biology · MICROBES IN HUMAN WELFARE

Given below are two statements: Statement I: Microbes are diverse and include protozoa, bacteria, fungi, microscopic animal and plant viruses, viroids, and prions. Statement II: Prions are infectious agents made up of active DNA molecules enclosed in a protein coat. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.