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Since this is in the computer virus category, I'll assume that you're referring to a computer virus.
For a computer program to be a virus it must be:
- Self-Replicating
- Part of Another File (if it stands alone, it's a worm)
- Malicious or Generally Unwanted
- Stealthy
A virus would be classified under the more general category of "Malware", alongside Trojan horses, worms, etc.
See:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_virus
Otherwise "classification" is highly ambiguous, could you please qualify it?
What else can I help you with?
Is the virus eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
The virus is neither eukaryotic nor prokaryotic. Viruses are considered acellular entities that do not fit into the traditional classification of living organisms.
Is the flu eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
Flu is neither eukaryotic nor prokaryotic. It's a virus.
What kingdom does the variola virus fall in?
The jury is still out on this one, since the existence of viruses became known after the current taxonomical system of classification was devised. In other words, the virus is not currently included in any of the five kingdoms of living matter, these being Anamalia, Plantae, Fungi, Monera and Protista. Also, it is still uncertain at which point a virus becomes living matter, with some researchers professing that the virus is the link between living and non-living matter. Perhaps a sixth kingdom, if has not already been proposed.
How do capsomeres help in viruses?
Answer by Techsupportcapsid provides the second major criterion for the classification of viruses. The capsid surrounds the virus and is composed of a finite number of protein subunits known as capsomeres, which usually associate with, or are found close to, the virion nucleic acid.
Why is HIV classified as a retrovirus and how does this classification impact its mode of infection and treatment?
HIV is classified as a retrovirus because it uses RNA as its genetic material and has an enzyme called reverse transcriptase that allows it to convert its RNA into DNA once inside a host cell. This impacts its mode of infection because the virus can integrate its DNA into the host cell's genome, making it difficult for the immune system to detect and eliminate infected cells. In terms of treatment, the classification as a retrovirus means that antiretroviral drugs are used to target the virus at different stages of its life cycle, such as blocking reverse transcriptase or preventing the virus from integrating into the host cell's DNA.
What category does a virus belong?
a virus doesn't have a classification but they may put it in its own category.
What is a characteristic of a virus that does not play a part in its classification?
mode of metabolism
What is the classification of Shingles?
Herpes Zoster...the same virus as Chicken Pox.
What is the name of the virus that appers to be a legitimate program?
Do you mean the actual name of a virus or the classification of it? Well, for the latter, a virus that conceals itself or appears to be a legitimate program is called a Trojan.
Is the virus eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
The virus is neither eukaryotic nor prokaryotic. Viruses are considered acellular entities that do not fit into the traditional classification of living organisms.
What family classification does the West Nile Virus fall under?
The family classifciation that the West Nile Virus falls under is Flaviviridae. This is a mosquito born virus that has been wide-spread amongst humans and horses.
Is the flu eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
Flu is neither eukaryotic nor prokaryotic. It's a virus.
What phylum is the Hepatitis B virus in?
It is not in any phylum. Viruses are not living organisms, so they do not fit in the classification system we have for living creatures.
What kingdom does the variola virus fall in?
The jury is still out on this one, since the existence of viruses became known after the current taxonomical system of classification was devised. In other words, the virus is not currently included in any of the five kingdoms of living matter, these being Anamalia, Plantae, Fungi, Monera and Protista. Also, it is still uncertain at which point a virus becomes living matter, with some researchers professing that the virus is the link between living and non-living matter. Perhaps a sixth kingdom, if has not already been proposed.
What kingdom is the common cold virus in?
The common cold virus, or rhinovirus, belongs to the kingdom Viruses. Viruses are not classified under any kingdom in traditional biological classification systems because they are considered acellular and do not fit the criteria for living organisms.
What is the Scientific name of west nile virus?
The Scientific name of the West Nile Virus is Flavivirus. Also, it's Classification is: Group: Group IV Family: Flaviridae Genus: Flavivirus Species: West Nile Virus The West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitos and mammals and birds can get sick from it.
What does genus mean in a virus?
In a virus, the genus classification refers to a group of related viruses that share similar characteristics, such as genetic makeup and structure. It is a taxonomic rank above species and helps in organizing viruses into distinct categories based on their similarities.
