Virus 101
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Which of the following is NOT a component of a virus particle?

  • Nucleic acid genome
  • Cytoplasm (correct)
  • Lipid membrane
  • Protein coat
  • What is the size range of virus particles?

  • 100-1000 nanometers
  • 1000-10000 nanometers
  • 1-10 nanometers
  • 10-100 nanometers (correct)
  • How do viruses multiply inside cells?

  • By fusing with cells
  • By dividing like cells
  • By expressing and replicating their genomes (correct)
  • By engulfing cells
  • What machinery do viruses need from cells to multiply?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are viruses important to study?

    <p>They can transfer genes between organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of virus particles?

    <p>Contain a nucleic acid genome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe an infectious virus particle?

    <p>Virion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are viruses classified as?

    <p>Obligatory intracellular parasites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do viruses need from cells to multiply?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can viruses do?

    <p>Transfer genes between organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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