Proteins and Viruses (Cells Extension 2)

What are proteins made from?

• Sugars

• Lipids

• Amino acids

• Nucleic acids

What is an essential part of all living organisms?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Minerals

Which of the following is a well-known protein found in blood?

• Insulin

• Hemoglobin

• Collagen

• Keratin

What are viruses made of?

• Cells

• RNA or DNA surrounded by protein

• Lipids and carbohydrates

• Amino acids

How do viruses reproduce?

• By dividing

• By injecting genetic material into cells

• By budding

• By binary fission

How is the Zika virus transmitted to humans?

• Through contaminated water

• Through mosquitoes

• Through direct contact

• Through airborne particles

Which of the following is a symptom of Zika virus infection?

• High fever

• Rash and pinkeye

• Severe headache

• Stomach pain

What neurological condition may be caused by the Zika virus?

• Alzheimer's disease

• Parkinson's disease

• Guillain-Barré syndrome

• Multiple sclerosis

What birth defect is associated with the Zika virus?

• Down syndrome

• Microcephaly

• Spina bifida

• Cleft palate