Classification, Dichotomous Keys, Cladograms, and Viruses TEST!

Is a virus considered living or non-living?

• Living
• Non-Living

What is the first step of the virus reproduction cycle?

• The virus injects its genetic material into the cell
• A virus attaches to the surface of a host cell

What is the last step in the viral reproduction cycle?

• The host cell bursts open, releasing the new viruses
• The virus injects its genetic material into the cell

Where do viruses reproduce?

• Outside of a cell
• Inside of a cell
• They do not reproduce

True or False
The flu is caused by a virus.

• true
• false

What part of the phage is the genetic material?

• A
• B
• C
• D

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

What is the main function of the surface proteins on the surface of a virus?

• They aid in respiration
• They help the virus grow
• They help the virus attach to the host cell

What letter is pointing to the capsid of the virus?

• a

• b

• c

• d

According to the cladogram in this figure, which characteristics are common characteristics between Mouse and Salamander?

• Jaws and Claws

• Lungs and Jaws

• Claws or Nails/Feathers

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Which two orgainsms have hair? 

• Sharks & Ray Finned Fish
• Primates & Rodents
• Birds & Crocodiles
• Rabbits & Birds

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2