2.Parvoviridae_Flashcards

Question 1

What type of genome does Parvoviridae have?

Answer 1

Linear single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) with negative sense DNA.

Question 2

Describe the structure of Parvoviridae.

Answer 2

Small, rugged, icosahedral, and naked (non-enveloped).

Question 3

What is the smallest DNA virus?

Answer 3

Parvoviridae.

Question 4

Why is Parvoviridae heavily dependent on the host cell?

Answer 4

It has the smallest genome, making it reliant on host cell machinery for replication.

Question 5

How is Parvoviridae commonly transmitted?

Answer 5

Fecal-oral route or respiratory droplets.

Question 6

What types of organisms can Parvoviridae infect?

Answer 6

Vertebrates (humans and animals) and invertebrates.

Question 7

What is Dependovirus, and how does it replicate?

Answer 7

Dependovirus (e.g., Adeno-associated virus, AAV) replicates only in the presence of a helper virus (e.g., adenovirus).

Question 8

What makes Parvoviridae environmentally resilient?

Answer 8

Members of this family are highly resistant to inactivation.