5 Questions
What is a virion?
A complete virus particle outside of the host cell
Why do viruses need to get into the host cell to survive?
They cannot survive without relying on other species’ metabolic machines
What encases the newly replicated viral genome?
Viral structural proteins
What is the genetic material of a virion?
Either DNA or RNA
What is the role of a lipid envelope in a virion?
It aids in viral entry into host cells
Test your knowledge of virology with this quiz covering key concepts such as the nature of viruses, viral morphology, viral genomes, viral classification, RNA viruses, and the history of virology. Explore why the study of viruses is important and learn about their survival mechanisms within host cells.
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