Virus Versus Cells

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What is a vaccine?

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A vaccine is a substance that stimulates the body's immune response to prevent viral infections.

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What is a key trait that viruses share with living organisms?

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Viruses have genetic material.

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What is the primary function of cells?

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Cells are able to carry out all life functions.

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Why are viruses considered non-living?

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Viruses are considered non-living because they do not have all the characteristics of life.

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What takes over a cell's functions when a virus invades?

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The genetic material of the virus takes over the cell's functions.

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What is the difference between viruses and cells in terms of life functions?

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Cells can carry out all life functions, while viruses cannot.

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What is the role of antibiotics?

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Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, not viral infections.

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What is genetic material?

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Genetic material is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms, found in both viruses and cells.

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Can viruses evolve?

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Yes, viruses can evolve, but they do not exhibit all characteristics of life.

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What is the outer coat of a virus called?

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The outer coat of a virus is called the capsid.