Virus vs Cells

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What are viruses classified as in terms of living status?

Back

Viruses are classified as non-living because they cannot reproduce on their own.

Front

True or False: Viruses are considered cells.

Back

False

Front

What is the primary function of the projections on the outside of a virus?

Back

The projections help the virus attach to the host cell.

Front

List one reason why viruses are considered nonliving.

Back

Viruses cannot carry out metabolic processes.

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Which entity is capable of carrying out all life functions?

Back

Cells are capable of carrying out all life functions.

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Front

What is the basic structural unit of life?

Back

The cell is the basic structural unit of life.

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Front

How do viruses reproduce?

Back

Viruses reproduce by hijacking the cellular machinery of a host cell.

Front

What is a key difference between viruses and cells?

Back

Viruses cannot carry out metabolic processes independently, while cells can.

Front

What is the role of a host cell in viral replication?

Back

The host cell provides the necessary machinery and environment for the virus to replicate.

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What are the two main components of a virus?

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