Viruses

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What is the protein capsule that houses the genetic material of a virus?

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Capsid

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What is the function of surface markers on a virus?

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To attach to the host cell.

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Can antibiotics treat viral infections?

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No, antibiotics cannot treat viral infections.

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Are viruses considered cells?

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No, viruses are not considered cells.

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What is a method to become immune to a disease without having the disease?

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Vaccinations.

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What type of genetic material can viruses have?

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

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What is a virus that infects bacteria called?

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Bacteriophage.

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What is the term for a virus that can remain dormant in a host cell?

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Latent virus.

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What is the role of glycoproteins on the surface of a virus?

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Glycoproteins help the virus attach to and enter host cells.

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What is the process by which a virus replicates inside a host cell?

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Viral replication.