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Copper surfaces have been found to exhibit antiviral properties and can help reduce the spread of certain viruses. The exact mechanism is not fully understood, but it is believed that copper ions can disrupt the structure of viruses, rendering them unable to infect cells. However, it is important to note that copper is not a sole solution for virus prevention and other measures such as proper hygiene and vaccination should also be practiced.
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How does your body benefit when a white blood cell kills a cell that has been infected by a virus?
Your body benefits when a white blood cell kills a cell that has been infected by a virus because the cells that was infected is no longer able to infect other cells with the bacteria. If the cell is not killed the virus in the cell will infect other cells. this may cause diseases that can be life threatening.
How does a lytic virus kill a host cell?
A lytic virus kills a host cell by replicating inside the cell, causing it to burst, releasing new virus particles that can infect other cells. This process usually leads to the death of the host cell.
What is the corona virus?
the corona virus is a virus that can eaisly be spread and can kill you if you do not get it treated properly. it gets spread by your stool. avoid using public restrooms if you are in an area where the corona virus is present.
What virus attacks the cells in the immune system that produce antibodies?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks the T cells, which are a type of immune cell that plays a crucial role in coordinating the immune response, including the production of antibodies. By destroying these cells, HIV weakens the immune system's ability to fight infections effectively.
What happens when a cell is full of a new virus?
When a cell is full of a new virus, the virus hijacks the cell's machinery to replicate itself. This replication process can eventually lead to the death of the host cell and the release of new virus particles that can then infect other cells in the body.
What type of virus kills batcteria?
The type of virus that kills bacteria is the bacteriophage.
Can Copper nitrate be used to kill algae in pool water?
3% or less copper. Silver kills bacteria, Copper kills algae
What is the legacy virus from x-men?
The Legacy Virus is a virus that kills mutants.
Is a virus a parasite Why?
A virus is considered a parasite because it attaches to a cell and kills it.
What kills a medical virus?
Antibiotic medicine
Virus is a bloodborne infection in which the virus damages or kills the cells of the immune system?
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
What virus is a blood borne infection in which the virus damages or kills the cells of the immune system?
Human Immunodeficiency virus
What is bactrerium virus?
This virus that kills bacteria are called bacteriophage. That means bacteria eater.
A virus that kills its host is said to be?
A virus that kills its host is said to be virulent. Virulent viruses can cause serious illness or death in their host organisms.
Does the host cell usually benefit from having a virus?
The host cell does not benefit from having a virus. The virus usually kills it.
Is a pathogen a type of virus that only kills bacteria?
No. The word pathogen means to "make disease". The type of virus that kills only bacteria are called bacteriophages which means "bacteria eaters".
Properties of HIV virus?
* Incurable * Deadly * Kills T Cells
