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What are the effect of bacilli viruses?
Bacilli viruses are simply viruses that have a rod-like shape to them. Recently, one of the bacilli viruses has become very famous; Bacillus anthracis which is a bacterium that is commonly known anthrax. This deadly bacteria is dangerous because of its ability to produce endospores which is how bacteria protect themselves, giving them a longer life. Many bio-weapons use bacilli viruses and these can kill humans in various ways.
Is poliomyelitis a prokaryote?
No, poliomyelitis is not a prokaryote. It is a virus that belongs to the Picornaviridae family and infects humans, causing the disease polio. Viruses are not classified as prokaryotes or eukaryotes as they are considered acellular infectious agents.
A synonym for bacteria?
Germs. Others: micro-organisms, viruses, bugs, microbes, pathogens, bacilli
What dd Jonas salk invent?
Dr. Jonas Salk invented the first poliomyelitis vaccine containing inactive viruses.
What are some specific examples of viruses?
Some naked viruses include poliomyelitis, warts, the common cold, chickenpox, shingles, mononucleosis, herpes simplex (cold sores), influenza, herpes viruses and HIV (AIDS). Some enveloped viruses include norovirus (stomach bug), rotavirus and human papillomavirus (HPV).
What are viral toxins?
Viral toxins are proteins produced by some viruses that can cause harm to host cells or organisms. These toxins can disrupt normal cellular functions, leading to cell death or damage. Examples of viral toxins include the rotavirus NSP4 protein and the diphtheria toxin produced by the bacteriophage Diphtheria.
What has the author E Weston Hurst written?
E. Weston Hurst has written: 'Simultaneous infection of the monkey with viruses of poliomyelitis and vaccinia' -- subject(s): Poliovirus, Vaccinia
Which of the following forms of vesicular transport processes are used by flu viruses diphtheria and cholera toxins to enter your cells?
Receptor-mediated endocytosis
What kingdown do most plants and animals belong to when difficult to classify?
lichens, corals, viruses, corals, viruses and carnivourous plants are difficult to classify :)
What is the general shape of viruses?
A virus can have one of two structures. These are: •Helical virus. A helical virus is rod- or thread-shaped. The virus that causes rabies is a helical virus. •Icosahedral virus. An icosahedral virus is spherically shaped. Viruses that cause poliomyelitis and herpes simplex are icosahedral viruses.
What is the scientific name for polio virus?
The disease polio is more specifically poliomyelitis, an infection by the virus called, logically, poliovirus, a species of enterovirus.Another common name for polio in young children is infantile paralysis.
Can you get Diphtheria from the vaccine?
No. Because what is given is not a the whole virus. All have weakened or partial viruses and only enough is given to produce an immune response.
