Characterization and Purification of Virus Particles: Historical and Modern Methods
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What is the purpose of the Berkefeld filter described in the text?

  • To retain bacteria and let virus particles pass through (correct)
  • To allow both virus particles and bacteria to pass through
  • To retain both virus particles and bacteria
  • To retain virus particles and let bacteria pass through
  • What are modern-day filter systems made of?

  • Glass with a variety of pore sizes
  • Metal with biologically active membrane
  • Disposable plastic with biologically inert membrane (correct)
  • Non-biodegradable plastic with no membrane
  • Which theory about the evolutionary origin of viruses is considered the predominant hypothesis?

  • Co-evolution theory (correct)
  • Viruses are degenerate cells
  • Viruses are originated from escaped genes
  • Viruses are relics of the 'RNA world'
  • What is the period populated only by RNA molecules called, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>'RNA world'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the material used in the Berkefeld filter described in the text?

    <p>Diatomaceous earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest pore size of the Berkefeld filter designed to retain?

    <p>Bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

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