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Which of the following lists the correct order of viral life cycle phases, starting with the first at the top?
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18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions
Introduction to Viruses
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Introduction to Viruses
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following statements is true about viruses?24views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is the correct progression of a herpes simplex 2 infection?18views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a likely consequence of a viral disease that destroys the cells of the anterior gray horn of the spinal cord?26views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes the action of retroviruses such as HIV?24views
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes a virus?17views
- Multiple ChoiceIn the viral replication cycle, during which stage does the formation of mature viruses (virions) occur?30views
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When packaged in the virus, the complex of nucleic acid and protein is known as the:
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Which component of a virus allows the virus to bind to and enter the host cell?
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The SARS-CoV-2 virus (Covid-19) is an enveloped, icosahedral virus. What characteristics does the SARS-CoV-2 virus have?
a) The SARS-CoV-2 virus is round in shape with an outer lipid bilayer.
b) The SARS-CoV-2 virus is a complex-shaped virus with an outer lipid bilayer.
c) The SARS-CoV-2 virus is helical in shape and is considered a 'naked' virus.
d) The SARS-CoV-2 virus is round in shape and is considered a 'naked' virus.1776views13rank - Textbook Question
NAME IT This virus family, normally associated with AIDS, may be useful for gene therapy.
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Why do we classify viruses as obligatory intracellular parasites?
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List the four properties that define a virus. What is a virion?
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Recall from Chapter 1 that Koch's postulates are used to determine the etiology of a
disease. Why is it difficult to determine the etiology of
a. a viral infection, such as influenza?
b. cancer?
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Which of the following statements is false?
a. Viruses contain DNA or RNA.
b. The nucleic acid of a virus is surrounded by a protein coat.
c. Viruses multiply inside living cells using viral mRNA, tRNA, and ribosomes.
d. Viruses cause the synthesis of specialized infectious elements.
e. Viruses multiply inside living cells.
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