Bacteria vs. Virus

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What is a bacterium?

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A bacterium is a single-celled organism that is living, can reproduce by splitting, and can be treated with antibiotics.

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How do bacteria reproduce?

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Bacteria reproduce by a process called binary fission, where one cell splits into two identical cells.

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Can both bacteria and viruses infect organisms?

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Yes, both bacteria and viruses can infect living organisms.

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that is not made of cells and cannot reproduce on its own.

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How do viruses reproduce?

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Viruses need a host cell to reproduce; they invade a host cell and use its machinery to make copies of themselves.

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What is the main difference between bacteria and viruses?

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Bacteria are living organisms that can reproduce independently, while viruses are not living and require a host to reproduce.

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Can antibiotics cure viral infections?

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No, antibiotics are effective against bacteria but do not work on viral infections.

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What is an example of a bacterial infection?

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An example of a bacterial infection is strep throat.

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What is an example of a viral infection?

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An example of a viral infection is the flu.

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Do bacteria have a cell structure?

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Yes, bacteria have a cell structure and are made up of one or more cells.