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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 is a biodefence?
A biodefence is any defensive measure taken against an attack using bacteria, viruses or toxins.
What poison is produced by bacteria and viruses to make us feel ill?
Toxins can be produced by certain bacteria and viruses to cause illness in humans. Bacteria such as Clostridium botulinum produce botulinum toxin, while viruses like influenza can produce proteins that exacerbate symptoms such as fever and muscle aches. These toxins can disrupt normal bodily functions and lead to symptoms of illness.
How does a virus differ from a toxin?
A virus is a microorganism that can infect living cells and reproduce within them, leading to illness; whereas a toxin is a harmful substance produced by living organisms, which can cause harm to cells and tissues when ingested or absorbed. Viruses require host cells to replicate, while toxins can be produced by various organisms independently.
Does viruses releases harmful toxins?
Viruses themselves do not release toxins. Instead, they replicate and spread by hijacking the host cell's machinery. However, some viruses can cause infected cells to release toxins as part of the immune response, leading to symptoms of illness.
How do antibodies interact with viruses?
yes anitbodies can destroy viruses but you have to have painkillers to destory them...make sure you don't get too addicted to them otherwise they're will be lots of viruses coming and you will become more ill..!!
Which of the following is NOT a type of biological agent Viruses Toxins Blood Bacteria?
Toxins are not considered biological agents, as they are typically produced by living organisms but do not have the ability to replicate on their own like viruses, bacteria, and blood cells.
What do antibodies do for fungal toxins in a cell?
they attack it
How do pathogen such as some bacteria and viruses cause disease symptoms?
Inflicted by toxins
Do bacteria attack each other in their natural environment?
Yes, bacteria can attack each other in their natural environment through a process called bacterial warfare, where they release toxins or enzymes to compete for resources and space.
Is spider venom a toxin or something elsel?
Spider venoms all contain toxins. Some toxins attack cells at the bite site, and some attack nerve cells throughout the target organism.
Where does antigen come from?
Antigens are substances that can provoke an immune response, and they typically originate from pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They can also come from non-infectious sources, including allergens, toxins, and even cancer cells. Antigens are usually proteins or polysaccharides found on the surface of cells, tissues, or viruses, and they are recognized by the immune system's antibodies and T cells.
