Viruses

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Is a virus considered living or non-living?

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Non-Living

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Viruses are...

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non-living

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Which viral life cycle causes the host cell to burst open?

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lytic

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What part of a virus is the protein capsule that houses the genetic material (DNA/RNA)?

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capsid

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What do viruses have in common with living cells? They both...

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store genetic information

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What is the genetic material found in viruses?

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DNA or RNA

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What is a virus made of?

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

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What is the difference between lytic and lysogenic cycles?

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Lytic cycle results in the destruction of the host cell, while lysogenic cycle integrates viral DNA into the host's genome.

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Can viruses reproduce on their own?

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No, viruses cannot reproduce on their own; they need a host cell.

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What is a host cell?

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A host cell is a living cell that a virus infects to replicate.