Virus vs Cells

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

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What is a cell?

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A cell is the basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms.

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What is genetic material?

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Genetic material is the substance that carries genetic information in living organisms, primarily DNA or RNA.

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How do viruses reproduce?

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Viruses cannot reproduce on their own; they must infect a host cell to replicate.

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What is the main difference between viruses and bacteria?

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Viruses are non-living entities that require a host to reproduce, while bacteria are living cells that can reproduce independently.

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What is a vaccination?

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A vaccination is a medical treatment that stimulates the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens, such as viruses.

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Can viruses cause diseases?

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Yes, viruses can cause a variety of diseases in humans, animals, and plants.

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What is the structure of a virus?

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A virus typically consists of genetic material (DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat called a capsid.

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Why are viruses considered non-living?

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Viruses are considered non-living because they do not have cellular structure, cannot reproduce independently, and do not carry out metabolic processes.

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What is an example of a viral disease?

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An example of a viral disease is chickenpox, which is caused by the varicella-zoster virus.