10 Questions
What is the primary method for studying viruses using a device that spins at a speed of 30000rpm?
Ultracentrifugation
Which technique involves the use of isotopes to track the movement and replication of viruses within the body?
Radioisotopes
How do viruses replicate according to the given information?
Only in living susceptible host cells
What is the main feature of viruses, as per the provided data?
They replicate only in living susceptible host cells
What is the primary purpose of using Electron Microscopy in virology?
To visualize viruses at a higher resolution
What is the main requirement for a virus to grow?
A living host cell such as an egg or living tissue
What type of nucleic acid can a virus possess?
Either DNA or RNA, but not both
What makes viruses different from other microorganisms?
Autonomous replication capability without the need for a host cell
What is the unique ability of viruses regarding their reproduction?
Reproduction solely from nucleic acid
Why are viruses not susceptible to antibiotics or metabolic inhibitors?
Their metabolically inert nature and lack of susceptibility to metabolic pathways-targeting agents
This quiz covers the techniques used in the development of virology, including the natural behavior of viruses, their growth in living cells, visualization under microscopy, and the use of ultracentrifugation for virus isolation and study.
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