Viruses

Front

Can viruses multiply anywhere, like on a countertop or a doorknob?

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False

Front

What type of genetic material do viruses have?

Back

It could be DNA or RNA

Front

Viruses have a capsid, which is a protective coat made of...

Back

Protein

Front

Viruses are cells.

Back

False

Front

Why is a virus considered non-living?

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It does not have all the characteristics of life

Front

A virus needs a host cell in order to do which of the following? Grow, Develop, Reproduce, Live

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Reproduce

Front

Which statement regarding viruses is true?

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A virus can only reproduce inside of a living cell.

Front

Can viruses reproduce on their own?

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False

Front

Reasons that viruses are considered to be nonliving.

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They are not cellular, cannot reproduce on their own, and cannot make proteins.