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A member of a group of minute infectious agents that have a relatively simple structure and can reproduce only within living cells. Viruses consist of genetic material (either DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat. They are responsible for many diseases including the common cold, influenza, and AIDS. They are not affected by antibiotics, but many viral diseases can be effectively treated by vaccines. Viruses are not considered living organisms.
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What is the scientific word for virus?
The scientific word for virus is "virus."
How many biology degrees are there?
There are various types of biology degrees that can be earned, such as a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Master of Science in Biology, or a Ph.D. in Biology. Additionally, there are specialized degrees in subfields like marine biology, molecular biology, or ecology.
What is another word the science of life?
Biology.
Whats the difference about a virus and a cell?
A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that requires a host cell to replicate and reproduce, while a cell is a basic unit of life that can replicate and function independently. Viruses are not considered living organisms because they lack the ability to carry out metabolic processes on their own.
The study of living organisms?
I think it is Biology.
Do virus grow in biology?
no
Whats the worst computer virus?
The storm worm
Does a virus adapt to surroundings?
Although i am just thirteen i am taking a biology course and from what i understand i virus does not follow the 8 characteristics of life which adapting and evolving is one of
Whats the best free virus checking software?
The AVG Antivirus Free Edition Is One of the Better Virus Checking Software. Also Avast! Free Anti-Virus Is a Good Choice. They Both Score High in Online Tests.
Is a hacker different than a virus?
Yes, they are extremely different a Hacker is a person which depicted by the media is a person that breaks into computer systems and a Virus is a type of malware that replicates it self and spreads to other computer systems. A Virus behaves pretty much like it does in Biology.
In biology, Lambda (λ) is a type of Question?
Lambda (λ) is a term used to refer to a type of bacteriophage, which is a virus that infects bacteria
A biology student is using illustrations of a virus a bacteria an amoeba and a human skin cell to show the relative size of these microscopic objects Which of these is the smallest microscopic obj?
A virus is the smallest microscopic object among the options provided. It is smaller than bacteria, amoeba, and human skin cells.
Your a high school student whats a good coarse to start you off in the herpetology career?
Pardon my snake jokes but biology would be useful as would Animal Husbandry
What does smallpox have to do with biology?
Biology is simpy the study of organisms (animals, plants, bacteria,viruses,funghi etc.) and by extension nature itself. Smallpox is a disease that affects only humans and is deadly, covering the victim in rashes and blisters that can cause blindness and limb deformities. And so by studying humans and the causes and effects of smallpox on them, one is studying biology.
How is yellow fever virus related to biology?
Yellow fever is a viral disease, caused by the eponymous yellow fever virus. It affects primates and humans as hosts, and is transmitted primarily by mosquitoes as vectors.The disease is controlled by limiting the population of mosquitoes in endemic regions.
What has the author Patricia Ann Shields written?
Patricia Ann Shields has written: 'Factors influencing virus adsorption to solids' -- subject(s): Viruses, Adsorption (Biology)
Whats the purpose of snot?
Mucus (aka snot) helps to keep mucus membranes lubricated/hydrated and helps clear antigens (virus, bacteria, allergens, etc) from the body.
