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Certainly not. It is a hotly debated subject. Viruses (and prions for that matter) are not alive in a conventional sense.
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Why do scientists consider viruses to be non living?
Because they can not reproduce on their own.
Why do viruses consider to be non living?
They don't, for the most part, that is. Scientists argue over whether or not viruses are alive because some believe that they have all the qualities you need to be considered alive, which are.... * They reproduce * They obtain and use energy * They grow and develop * They respond to the environment The only thing that is different is that they cannot use their genetic material on their own. They need a host, a cell, to reproduce. So therefore, scientists continue to argue on whether viruses are alive, or not. :D
Are all viruses living?
Viruses are not alive in the first place, so no.
Why are viruses not classified into any five kingdom?
Viruses are not an organism at all. They are not alive.
Are viruses a living cell?
No, they are not alive at all.
Are viruses living cells?
No, they are not alive at all.
Why do some scientists say that viruses are not alive?
Some scientists think that viruses are not living organisms due to how simple they are. Viruses are usually nothing more than a strand of genetic coding with a protein coat. This makes them far more simpler than the simplest of organisms that use the standard cell structure which is rather complex.
You know viruses are not alive because?
Viruses do not have all the characteristics of life. They are missing life span, homeostasis, metabolism, growth and are not made of cells.
What scientists are still alive?
Thousands are alive. Look at NASA and all the other labs and research facilities. Schools are filled with them.
What is a statement that scientists believe to be true in all cases?
law
Why scientists does not believe in god?
Not all Scientists are unbelievers. But some people can not take it on faith alone that there is a God.
What scientists believe in evolution?
Virtually all of the scientists in life-science related fields, and most of the rest.
