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WorksheetsVirus review
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 14mins
The two components of a virus are nucleic acid and __________.
protein
carbohydrates
lipids
glucose
A virus is
living
non living
dead
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
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
Genetic material found inside cells and virus.
DNA and RNA
Prion
Capsid
Protein Coat
When a virus binds to the cell membrane of a host cell.
Attachment
Entry
Replication
Assembly
Lysis and Release
When a virus uses the host cell's machinery to produce more virus parts.
Attachment
Entry
Replication
Assembly
Lysis and Release
A virus that attacks and infects a bacterium.
Host Cell
Bacteriophage
Replication Phase
Retrovirus
A weakened form of a virus used to prevent viral infection for a specific disease.
Capsid
DNA
Provirus
Vaccine
