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Which family of prokaryotic viruses is Pleomorphic?
Which family of prokaryotic viruses is Pleomorphic?
Which archaeal virus has a capsid and tail structure similar to existing bacteriophages?
Which archaeal virus has a capsid and tail structure similar to existing bacteriophages?
Which virus family uses insects as the primary host?
Which virus family uses insects as the primary host?
What type of DNA virus was discovered in the amoeba named Poly Phage?
What type of DNA virus was discovered in the amoeba named Poly Phage?
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Which carrier molecule is used as an acceptor for acetyl in melonic synthesis in fatty acid biosynthesis?
Which carrier molecule is used as an acceptor for acetyl in melonic synthesis in fatty acid biosynthesis?
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Study Notes
Prokaryotic Viruses
- Pleomorphic family of prokaryotic viruses is identified as Plasma viridae.
- The structure of archaeal viruses resembles that of existing bacteriophages, particularly found in Methanobacterium and Halo bacterium.
Virus Families and Hosts
- Judiviridae family of viruses primarily uses insects as hosts.
- Various virus families identified include Mycoviridae, noted for their different host preferences.
Unique Viruses
- A unique lineage described is the Nobel Strand DNA virus, found in the amoeba named Poly Phage.
- Other notable viruses include Hepatitis, Pox virus, Baculovirus, and Mimivirus.
Carrier Molecules in Metabolism
- Acetyl CoA functions as the carrier molecule for acetyl in fatty acid biosynthesis, particularly in the Melonine pathway.
- Other potential carrier molecules like ATP and Acyl carrier protein are not the primary carriers in this context.
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Description
This quiz explores the fascinating world of prokaryotic viruses, including the families and unique viruses that interact with different hosts. Additionally, it covers the role of carrier molecules in metabolism, focusing on specific pathways like the Melonine pathway and the function of Acetyl CoA.
