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Viruses belong to a unique group of infectious agents that are neither classified as living organisms nor as prokaryotes or eukaryotes. They are composed of genetic material (either DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat and, in some cases, an additional lipid envelope. Viruses are obligate intracellular parasites, meaning they require a host cell to replicate and carry out their life cycle. They are categorized into various families and species based on their genetic makeup and modes of transmission.

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