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What is the primary reason why scientists map the genetic material of viruses?
What is the primary reason why scientists map the genetic material of viruses?
- To identify the origin of the virus
- To look for differences between them to see if they have changed (correct)
- To develop a vaccine for the virus
- To classify the virus as a variant of concern
What is the characteristic of the Delta variant that sets it apart from earlier strains of the virus?
What is the characteristic of the Delta variant that sets it apart from earlier strains of the virus?
- It is responsible for fewer cases and deaths worldwide
- It spreads more easily than earlier strains of the virus (correct)
- It is less contagious than earlier strains
- It is the original variant of SARS-CoV-2
What is the term used to describe the process of a virus making copies of itself, which can lead to changes in its structure?
What is the term used to describe the process of a virus making copies of itself, which can lead to changes in its structure?
- Replication (correct)
- Sequencing
- Evolution
- Mutation
What is the name of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19?
What is the name of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19?
What is the difference between a mutation and a variant?
What is the difference between a mutation and a variant?
What is the primary mode of transmission of COVID-19?
What is the primary mode of transmission of COVID-19?
What is the estimated percentage of people who develop mild to moderate symptoms after exposure to the virus?
What is the estimated percentage of people who develop mild to moderate symptoms after exposure to the virus?
What is the proposed method for differentiating Omicron from Delta using PCR tests?
What is the proposed method for differentiating Omicron from Delta using PCR tests?
What is the estimated time period during which symptoms of COVID-19 begin to appear after exposure to the virus?
What is the estimated time period during which symptoms of COVID-19 begin to appear after exposure to the virus?
What percentage of people infected with the virus remain asymptomatic and do not develop noticeable symptoms?
What percentage of people infected with the virus remain asymptomatic and do not develop noticeable symptoms?
