Viruses

Front

A _____ is a tiny, nonliving particle that invades and then multiplies inside a living cell.

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virus

Front

The only way in which viruses are like organisms is that they can multiply.

Back

True

Front

Organisms that live on or in a host and can cause harm.

Back

parasite

Front

Do almost all viruses destroy their host cells?

Back

True

Front

The shape of the _________ ________ allows viruses to attach to certain cells in a host.

Back

surface protein

Front

A virus that immediately goes into action or shows signs of symptoms is known as: hidden, active, dormant, visible

Back

active

Front

A ______ virus may stay inactive for years before it presents itself.

Back

hidden

Front

The virus that causes cold sores is an example of what kind of virus?

Back

hidden

Front

Can viruses cause disease in organisms other than humans?

Back

True

Front

Are there currently any cures for viral diseases?

Back

True