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What is one of the characteristics used to classify viruses?
What is one of the characteristics used to classify viruses?
- Number of cells infected
- Type of genetic material (correct)
- Type of disease treated
- Method of transmission
What is a unique feature of viruses?
What is a unique feature of viruses?
- They are obligate intracellular parasites (correct)
- They can infect any type of cell
- They can replicate outside a host cell
- They have a fixed shape
What is the first step in the multiplication cycle of a virus?
What is the first step in the multiplication cycle of a virus?
- Adsorption (correct)
- Synthesis
- Uncoating
- Release
What occurs during the penetration stage of viral multiplication?
What occurs during the penetration stage of viral multiplication?
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What is the role of enzymes in the uncoating stage of viral multiplication?
What is the role of enzymes in the uncoating stage of viral multiplication?
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Where do DNA viruses replicate and assemble?
Where do DNA viruses replicate and assemble?
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How are enveloped viruses released from the host cell?
How are enveloped viruses released from the host cell?
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What is the primary difference between bacteriophages and other viruses?
What is the primary difference between bacteriophages and other viruses?
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How many virions can be released from a single host cell?
How many virions can be released from a single host cell?
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What is the approximate length of time for the entire multiplication cycle of a virus?
What is the approximate length of time for the entire multiplication cycle of a virus?
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