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How does smallpox virus infect humans?
How does smallpox virus infect humans?
- Through the respiratory route (correct)
- Via the digestive system
- Through contaminated water
- Through direct contact with infected skin nodules
What characteristic skin condition does smallpox virus produce?
What characteristic skin condition does smallpox virus produce?
- Pustules (correct)
- Hives
- Warts
- Blistering
When did smallpox first appear in China and the Far East?
When did smallpox first appear in China and the Far East?
- 1000 years ago
- 3000 years ago
- 500 years ago
- 2000 years ago (correct)
Which is a characteristic of smallpox disease during the 18th century?
Which is a characteristic of smallpox disease during the 18th century?
Where did the last naturally occurring case of smallpox take place?
Where did the last naturally occurring case of smallpox take place?
How does smallpox infection progress through the body?
How does smallpox infection progress through the body?
What is the size range of poxviruses that can be seen under a light microscope?
What is the size range of poxviruses that can be seen under a light microscope?
Which type of particles are observed when poxviruses are viewed under an Electron microscope?
Which type of particles are observed when poxviruses are viewed under an Electron microscope?
Which subfamily of poxviruses is associated with insect hosts?
Which subfamily of poxviruses is associated with insect hosts?
What is a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus that can cause disease in humans?
What is a member of the Orthopoxvirus genus that can cause disease in humans?
Which type of poxvirus has a broad host range affecting several vertebrates?
Which type of poxvirus has a broad host range affecting several vertebrates?
Which poxvirus that infects humans is morphologically distinct and classified under a different genus than Orthopoxvirus?
Which poxvirus that infects humans is morphologically distinct and classified under a different genus than Orthopoxvirus?
