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Both are missing some key characteristics of life - prions more so than viruses. The most prominent feature that is missing is the ability to reproduce without a host. Viruses can't reproduce without a host cell and prions can't propagate without a normal protein that is transformed into a prion.
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Why is the human heart NOT considered to be a living organism?
easiest question,ask your self why are viruses not living organisms? because they dont have cells!
What are some virus protection applications for Macs?
macs dont get viruses macs dont get viruses
Do viruses have cell membranes?
no i dont think so seeings viruses dont even have cells and good luck
Is there a cell membrane in viruses?
Viruses dont have a cell membrane. Instead, they have a protein sheath.
Are viruses old prehistoric cells or are they highly evolved cells?
viruses dont have cells
What is a heart with a viruses?
I dont know you find it
Does crossfire have viruses?
no way they DONT
DO non living organisms reproduce?
No. Dead things don't reproduce. Ever. They're dead. Viruses have characteristics of both non-living and living organisms and they can reproduce inside the host cell. nope, dead things dont do anything but rot. cause they are dead
Are viruses multicellular or unicellular?
Viruses are neither multicellular nor unicellular. They are not living and do not have cells. They are considered particles.
Will e machine games give you viruses?
i dont think so i download it and i diden't get ay viruses
Do arsenal have to qualify for the champions league?
NO they dont HAVE to qualify. But qualifying for the the tournament is a big achievement as it is the premier tournament of Europe.
Will you get viruses using mp3skull?
no i dont think so
