Introduction to Viruses: Key Concepts
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What is the main reason why viruses are debated to be living or non-living entities?

  • Their dependence on host cells for replication (correct)
  • Their genetic diversity
  • Their lack of cellular structures
  • Their ability to reproduce inside living organisms

    • Which characteristic of viruses contributes to their ability to hijack cellular machinery for reproduction?

  • Diverse shapes and sizes
  • Genetic diversity (correct)
  • Lack of cellular structures
  • Ability to cause harm to host cells

    • How do viruses differ from living organisms in terms of metabolism?

  • Viruses have the ability to carry out metabolism independently
  • Viruses completely lack metabolic processes
  • Viruses exhibit diverse metabolic pathways
  • Viruses rely on host cells for metabolic activities (correct)

    • Which type of genetic material can RNA viruses possess?

    <p>Both positive-sense and negative-sense RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do viruses differ from living organisms in terms of cellular structures?

    <p>Viruses lack any cellular structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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