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What is the optimum temperature range for the growth of coronavirus in the upper respiratory tract?

  • 33-35°C (correct)
  • 39-40°C
  • 30-32°C
  • 36-38°C

What is the result of the replication of coronavirus?

  • Production of a single mRNA for all viral proteins
  • Production of a single protein for all viral mRNAs
  • Generation of individual mRNA's for individual viral proteins (correct)
  • No genetic material is produced

What is the characteristic appearance of glycoproteins on the outer layer of coronavirus?

  • Hollow-like projections
  • Sphere-like projections
  • Club-shaped projections (correct)
  • Spike-like projections

What is the name of the respiratory tract disorder caused by a type of coronavirus?

<p>SARS (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the replication of coronavirus take place?

<p>Cytoplasm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Coronavirus Structure and Replication

  • The coronavirus has a crown-like shape, with glycoproteins on the outer layer appearing as club-shaped projections, giving a halo-like appearance on electron microscopy.
  • The virus is encapsulated, with a king-like structure wearing a robe, representing the nucleus surrounded by a protective layer.

Replication and Evolution

  • Replication of coronavirus generates individual mRNA's for individual viral proteins, increasing the capacity for genetic drift (evolution/resistance).
  • The virus replicates in the cytoplasm, with the king (nucleus) outside the castle (cytoplasm).

Infection and Transmission

  • Sneezing and blowing one's nose can cause the common cold.
  • Coronavirus infections are usually limited to the upper respiratory tract because the optimum temperature for growth is between 33°C and 35°C.

SARS and Respiratory Tract

  • SARS is a type of coronavirus that infects the lower respiratory tract and causes acute respiratory distress.
  • The king's respiratory tract design is associated with SARS and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), as well as acute bronchitis.
  • X-ray shows spontaneous pneumothorax in SARS cases.

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