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Viruses are molecular reproduction codes that use a living cell's reproductive capacity to proliferate. They are quiet analogous to computer virus codes that use other software to replicate. One is made of molecules and works on more complex molecular structures, the other is made of data bits and works on more extensive data groups.
Once a virus is inside a cell it causes the cell to reproduce itself (the virus) until the cell becomes clogged and dies or the cell wall bursts. Either will release the virus into the bloodstream to invade other cells.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoMost scientists do not consider viruses to be alive because they are unable to reproduce without the assistance of another cell.
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Why do scientists consider viruses to be non living?
Because they can not reproduce on their own.
Viruses do not contradict the idea that all living things are made of cells because?
Viruses aren't considered to be alive because they depend on a host cell for energy and reproduction.
Viruses are not considered alive because they lack?
Some people argue that viruses are not alive because they lack any form of energy, carbon metabolism, and they canâ??t replicate or evolve. Therefore, they do not exhibit the same set of characteristics of all living things.
Do all organisms have DNA?
Yes. DNA is the fundamental blueprint for all life on Earth.That depends on your definition of Life.Are viruses alive? Some say yes and some say no. Some viruses have DNA, and some only have RNA. So if you consider viruses a form of life, then some do not have DNA. RNA virus examples are SARS and Hepatitis. If you don't consider viruses alive, then yes, all forms of life (that we know of) higher than a virus contains some form of DNA. You can find out more at the link below.
Who study viruses?
Viruses have the ability to greatly affect life on earth. Many viruses, such as HIV and influenza have killed millions of people. By studying viruses, scientists are able to develop vaccines that will protect people (and animals) from viruses.
Why don't most scientist consider viruses to be alive?
Most scientists consider viruses as the link between living an non living organisms. Viruses are considered non-living by some scientists because - 1) They donot perform any metabolic activities. 2) Outside the host cell , viruses are present only in crystalised form. (Even after it is un-crystalised , it does not lose it's capacity for infection) 3) It does not require any sort of "food".
Why do scientists consider viruses to be non living?
Because they can not reproduce on their own.
Why don't scientists use binomial nomenclature to name viruses?
Biologists don't use binomial nomenclature to name viruses because binomial nomenclature is reserved for living things. Viruses are not considers alive.
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 viruses and bacteria alive?
bacteria is but for viruses some scientists believe they are alive and others think they dont so i can't give you an answer to that
Do all scientists believe viruses are alive?
Certainly not. It is a hotly debated subject. Viruses (and prions for that matter) are not alive in a conventional sense.
Explain why a virus is considered alive while a rock is not?
Mainly because rocks don't reproduce. A lot of scientists don't consider viruses alive, either, for pretty much the same reason: they can't reproduce themselves, they have to co-opt the machinery of a living cell in order to do so.
Viruses are single celled organisms?
No. Viruses are not cells. They invade cells to get the materials to copy their DNA. Many people do not consider viruses to be truly alive.
Do viruses have a place in the animal kingdom?
No, because viruses aren't alive.
Viruses are not alive because they need a what?
Need a host.
Viruses are not considered alive because they lack which of the following what?
metabolism
Is rabies a microorganism?
That is a matter of debate. Rabies is caused by a virus. While the general consensus of scientists is that viruses are not alive, there is some debate about it.
