Viruses

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What is the basic structure of a virus?

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A virus consists of a nucleic acid strand (either DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat called a capsid.

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In which phase does host DNA get compromised and viral DNA takes over?

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This occurs in phase 3 of the viral infection process.

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What is the first step of virus infection?

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The first step of virus infection is Attachment, where the virus binds to the host cell.

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What do viruses and animal cells have in common?

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Both viruses and animal cells have a presence of genetic code in nucleic acid.

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What is a true statement regarding viruses?

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A virus can only reproduce inside of a living cell.

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.

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What is the role of the protein coat in a virus?

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The protein coat, or capsid, protects the viral genetic material and helps the virus attach to host cells.

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What is the difference between DNA viruses and RNA viruses?

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DNA viruses contain DNA as their genetic material, while RNA viruses contain RNA.

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How do viruses replicate?

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Viruses replicate by hijacking the host cell's machinery to produce new viral particles.

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What is a lytic cycle?

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The lytic cycle is a viral replication process where the virus infects a host cell, replicates, and causes the cell to burst, releasing new viruses.