Viruses

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What is the lysogenic cycle?

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A viral replication process where the virus integrates its genetic material into the host cell's DNA, allowing it to replicate without destroying the host cell.

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Can viruses reproduce on their own?

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No, viruses cannot reproduce independently; they require a host cell to replicate.

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What happens to the host cell during a lytic infection?

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The host cell is destroyed as the virus replicates and releases new viral particles.

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Which viral life cycle results in the destruction of the host cell?

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The lytic cycle.

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What is a key characteristic of viruses?

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A virus can only reproduce inside of a living cell.

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What is phagocytosis?

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The process by which a cell engulfs particles or other cells, often used by immune cells to destroy pathogens.

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What is the difference between the lytic and lysogenic cycles?

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The lytic cycle results in the destruction of the host cell, while the lysogenic cycle allows the virus to remain dormant within the host cell.

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What is a virus?

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A microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside a living host cell.

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Do viruses contain DNA or RNA?

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Viruses can contain either DNA or RNA, but not both.

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What is the role of antibodies in relation to viruses?

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Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize viruses.