Multiple Choice
In the context of viral structure, the genetic material of a virus consists of which of the following?
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18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions
Introduction to Viruses
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Which sexually transmitted infection (STI) is caused by a virus?
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Trichomoniasis (Trichomonas vaginalis)
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Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis)
C
Gonorrhea (Neisseria gonorrhoeae)
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Genital herpes (Herpes simplex virus)
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Identify the causative agents of each listed sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Recognize that Trichomoniasis is caused by the protozoan parasite Trichomonas vaginalis, which is not a virus.
Understand that Chlamydia is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, which is a bacterial infection, not viral.
Know that Gonorrhea is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, also a bacterial infection.
Conclude that Genital herpes is caused by the Herpes simplex virus, making it the only viral STI among the options.
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