Viruses

Front

What happens to the cell after the virus infects it?

Back

Often the cell dies.

Front

Which of the following is true for both bacteria and viruses?

Back

Both contain genetic material.

Front

Which statement is true about viruses?

Back

Viruses can reproduce only using a host cell.

Front

Can a virus be cured with antibiotics?

Back

No.

Front

Which is smaller?

Back

Virus.

Front

What is a virus?

Back

A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside a living host cell.

Front

Do viruses have a cellular structure?

Back

No, viruses do not have a cellular structure.

Front

What is the protein coat of a virus called?

Back

Capsid.

Front

How do viruses reproduce?

Back

Viruses reproduce by infecting a host cell and using its machinery to make copies of themselves.

Front

What is the genetic material found in viruses?

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Viruses can contain either DNA or RNA as their genetic material.