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What is the primary characteristic that differentiates viruses from other microorganisms?
What is the primary characteristic that differentiates viruses from other microorganisms?
- They can reproduce independently.
- They contain complex cellular structures.
- They have metabolic processes that are independent of host cells.
- They can only replicate inside a host cell. (correct)
Which of the following components is NOT found in the structure of a virus?
Which of the following components is NOT found in the structure of a virus?
- Capsid
- Genetic material
- Nucleus (correct)
- Envelope
What significant event marked the discovery of viruses?
What significant event marked the discovery of viruses?
- Isolation of the tobacco mosaic virus (correct)
- Discovery of penicillin
- Development of antibiotics
- Invention of the microscope
What is a common characteristic of viral diseases?
What is a common characteristic of viral diseases?
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Which viral disease is characterized by a degradation of immune system function?
Which viral disease is characterized by a degradation of immune system function?
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