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Parasites can carry and transmit viruses, but they do not "cause" them.
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Why do viruses not cause decay?
Because they are obligate parasites
Why does viruses have parasites?
viruses are considered parasites (obligate parasites) because they cannot exist on their own. they need the host cell's machinery to reproduce so they cannot "survive" (technically not living) outside the cell.
What is true viruses?
Viruses are cellular parasites.
Are viruses or bacteria more like parasites?
Viruses
Are viruses like parasites?
No; viruses are sub-Cellular 'virons', while parasites are frequently multi-cellular organisms.
What is the most common cause of skin lesions?
Infection of the skin itself by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites is the most common cause of skin lesions.
What causes bacterial food poisoning?
"Chemicals, heavy metals, parasites, fungi, viruses and bacteria can cause food borne illness."
What are four difference?
bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites
How are viruses simliar to parasites?
They both destroy the cells that they attack.
What are four different microorganisms?
bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites
What term describes invading bacteria viruses and parasites?
Immunity
Why viruses are refered to as obligate parasites?
Because viruses can not reproduce or produce protein without a host cell
