Virus Transmission and Replication
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What role do the surface proteins of enveloped viruses primarily play?

  • They enable the virus to bind and enter host cells. (correct)
  • They protect the virus from the host immune system.
  • They assist in the replication of the viral genome.
  • They facilitate the translation of viral proteins.
  • Which of the following best describes the means by which a naked virus enters a host cell?

  • Direct fusion with the plasma membrane.
  • Membrane fusion via glycoproteins.
  • Caveolin-mediated endocytosis.
  • Clathrin-mediated endocytosis. (correct)
  • Why do most RNA viruses replicate in the cytoplasm?

  • They produce enzymes that are activated by the nuclear environment.
  • They require nuclear splicing mechanisms.
  • They encode enzymes necessary for replication and do not need nuclear enzymes. (correct)
  • They replicate more efficiently in a low pH environment.
  • Which virus requires host cell splicing enzymes located in the nucleus?

    <p>Influenza viruses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the firm binding of a virus to a cell surface receptor?

    <p>An initial weak binding by a virion to one or more receptors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what manner do retroviruses replicate their genetic material?

    <p>They reverse-transcribe RNA into DNA in the cytoplasm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the entry mechanism of viruses that use caveolin-mediated endocytosis?

    <p>This method relies on low pH in the endosome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage follows the initial attachment during the viral entry process?

    <p>Virus entry into the host cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following viruses has a unique entry mechanism involving clathrin-mediated endocytosis?

    <p>Adenovirus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a virus modifying host behaviors?

    <p>To ensure survival by increasing transmission opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes vertical transmission of viruses?

    <p>Transmission from parent to newborn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of viruses are primarily transmitted by arthropod vectors?

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

    Which factor is critical for a virus to successfully replicate within a permissive host cell?

    <p>Presence of suitable receptors for binding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Avian influenza virus transmission is primarily associated with which factor?

    <p>Animal migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do some viruses overcome host cellular defenses during replication?

    <p>By suppressing host defense mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following viruses is NOT transmitted via direct human behaviors such as sex or kissing?

    <p>Dengue virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is most likely associated with human travel and behaviors leading to its spread?

    <p>SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common mode of transmission for the Zika virus?

    <p>Vector-borne transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly identifies the requirement for a virus's survival?

    <p>A suitable permissive host cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process that a virus undergoes to replicate its genome within a host cell?

    <p>Transcription and translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the RNA genome of a virus generally remain during the replication process?

    <p>In the cytoplasm of the host cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguishes naked viruses from enveloped viruses?

    <p>Presence of surface proteins on capsids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which viral process involves the interaction of the virus with host cellular machinery?

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

    During which stage does a virus capsize induce the host cell to alter its processes?

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

    What is a significant characteristic of the capsid structure in naked viruses?

    <p>Presence of fibers and spikes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the envelope play in enveloped viruses that is not present in naked viruses?

    <p>It can contain proteins crucial for attachment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of lysis in the viral replication cycle?

    <p>It allows release of viral particles from the host</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of virus propagation is primarily characterized by the terms 'penetration' and 'uncoating'?

    <p>The entry of the virus into the host cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism may be employed by viruses to delay the host's native translation processes during infection?

    <p>Inducing the host cell to modify its synthesis pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly characterizes the uncoating process in virus replication?

    <p>It refers to the release of the virus genome from the capsid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is essential for transcription in DNA viruses?

    <p>Host RNA polymerase II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do the 5’ methylated cap and 3’ poly(A) tail play in protein synthesis?

    <p>They mediate the binding of eukaryotic initiation factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do RNA viruses transcribe their genome into mRNA?

    <p>By encoding their own RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In how many steps does the assembly of virions typically commence?

    <p>Once both virus genomes and structural proteins are present in sufficient quantities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of packaging signal sequences in viral genomes?

    <p>To facilitate recognition by virus packaging proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of capsid assembly begins with procapsid formation?

    <p>Icosahedral capsid assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process describes how virions gain their envelope from host cells?

    <p>Budding through host cell membranes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What modification can alter protein conformation, activity, and stability?

    <p>Post-translational modifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of poxviruses compared to most DNA viruses?

    <p>They replicate in the cytoplasm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Virus Transmission and Replication

    • Students will be able to describe the mode of virus transmission and how viruses replicate within permissive cells after the lecture.

    Virus Transmission

    • A virus infects adjacent or distant cells to ensure its survival.
    • To accomplish this, viruses modify host behaviors.
      • Rabies: animals become aggressive, increasing the likelihood of being bitten by other animals, thus increasing transmission.
    • Some viruses are transmitted directly during sex or kissing (EBV, HBV, HPV).
    • Others are passed from parents to newborns (vertical transmission, HBV, HIV, MEV.)

    Transmission Across Regions

    • Animal migration (avian influenza virus).
    • Human travel and behaviors (SARS coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19).
    • Animal export and trading (monkeypox virus).

    Vector-Borne Transmission

    • Transmission occurs between hosts when organisms feed on them (vectors).
      • Examples include dengue virus, Zika virus, yellow fever virus, and West Nile virus.
    • Vectors are arthropods (ticks, insects, mites).
    • Arboviruses are a type of vector-borne virus.

    Virus Replication

    • A permissive host cell is required for virus survival.
      • The host cell must have suitable receptors for virus binding.
      • The host cell produces transcription factors and enzymes necessary for virus replication.
      • Host defenses against the virus are suppressed or the virus overcomes host defenses.

    Virus Replication: General

    • Attachment: Attachment of a virus to a host cell
    • Penetration: The virus enters the host cell
    • Uncoating : Removal of capsid from the virus particles
    • Genome Replication: Viral genome replication (RNA or DNA)
    • Protein Synthesis: Synthesis of viral proteins
    • Assembly: Assembly of viral components
    • Release : Release of viruses to infect other cells

    Step 1: Attachment or Adsorption

    • Naked viruses: Surface proteins are on capsids (depressions, ridges, fibers, spikes).
    • Enveloped Viruses: Surface proteins are staggered along the lipid envelopes, often glycoproteins.
    • Initially, a virion weakly binds to one or more receptors on the cell surface, becoming more firmly attached as more receptors and viral surface proteins bind.

    Step 2: Virus Entry

    • Membrane Fusion: Virion fuses directly with the plasma membrane.
    • Endocytosis:
      • Clathrin-mediated (adenoviruses).
      • Caveolin-mediated (Simian virus 40) – low pH in endosome triggers release from envelope.
    • Naked viruses utilize endocytosis.

    Step 3: Genome Replication and Viral Protein Synthesis

    • Most RNA viruses replicate in cytoplasm; exceptions include influenza viruses (nucleus), and retroviruses (nucleus and cytoplasm).

      • RNA viruses in the cytoplasm have the enzymes needed for replication within the cytoplasm.
    • Influenza viruses require host splicing enzymes in the nucleus.

    • Retroviruses reverse-transcribe RNA into DNA within the cytoplasm, which then moves into the nucleus during mitosis (when the nuclear membrane is weakened).

    • Most DNA viruses replicate in the nucleus, except poxviruses.

      • Viral genomes are transported to the nuclear membrane by microtubules.
    • Uncoating: Partial or complete removal of the virus capsid.

    • Transcription: Binding of RNA polymerase to promoters and enhancers; DNA viruses use host RNA polymerase II; RNA viruses use their own RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.

    Step 3: Protein Synthesis/Translation

    • Protein synthesis/translation, mediated. by the 5' methylated cap and 3' poly(A) tail.
    • 5' cap: Binding site for eukaryotic initiation factors (eIFs).
    • Post-translational modifications: glycosylation, acylation, and phosphorylation.
      • These modifications alter protein conformation, activity, localization, and/or stability

    Step 4: Assembly

    • Virion assembly begins when sufficient quantities of viral genomes and structural proteins have accumulated in infected cells.
    • Nucleocaspid formation: Coating of viral genome with a helical capsid.
    • Icosahedral capsid assembly: Begins with procapsid formation, carrying a viral genome and undergoing conformational change.

    Step 5: Genome Packaging

    • Virus packaging proteins are positively charged
    • Packaging signal recognition differentiates viral genomes from cell genomes.

    Step 6: Budding

    • Budding through host cell membranes.

      • Virus glycoproteins accumulate on membranes, and are inserted in lipid bilayers.
    • Membranes pinch off and release virions.

    • Some viruses acquire envelopes from organelles other than the nucleus.

    • Virions are released when the host cell bursts (lysis) or are continually released without lysis.

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    This quiz explores the various modes of virus transmission and the mechanisms of replication within permissive cells. Students will learn about direct and indirect transmission methods, vector-borne infections, and the impact of animal and human behaviors on virus spread. Enhance your understanding of viral dynamics in different contexts.

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