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WorksheetsVirus Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
The two components of a virus are nucleic acid and __________.
protein
carbohydrates
lipids
glucose
A virus is
living
non living
dead
What structure determines the shape of the virus?
capsid
nucleic acid
spikes
envelope
True or False: The shape is important because it allows the virus to recognize and attach to the host cell.
True
False
Viruses need a ____________ in order to make copies of themselves.
bacterial cell
host cell
capsid
vaccine
Virus' genetic information contains the code to:
make copies of itself
obtain and use energy
reproduce
grow and develop
Which cycle kills the host cell immediately?
Lytic
Lysogenic
When viral DNA integrates with host cell DNA, this is called a:
capsid
bacteriophage
retrovirus
provirus
During which cycle does a virus's genetic information become a part of the host cell's genetic information?
Lytic
Lysogenic
A virus that goes through the ______ cycle will allow you to feel symptoms immediately due to the cells lysing.
Lytic
Lysogenic
A virus that hides within the host cell for up to years is going through the _______ cycle.
Lytic
Lysogenic
Antibiotics ________ treat viral infections.
can
cannot
One you are infected with a virus, you can only treat the symptoms.
True
False
Vaccines are a preventative measure.
True
False
When given a vaccine, your body recognizes it as an invader and builds _________ against the virus.
lysogens
capsids
antibodies
immunoglobulins
