2.Parvoviridae_Flashcards
What type of genome does Parvoviridae have?
Linear single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) with negative sense DNA.
Describe the structure of Parvoviridae.
Small, rugged, icosahedral, and naked (non-enveloped).
What is the smallest DNA virus?
Parvoviridae.
Why is Parvoviridae heavily dependent on the host cell?
It has the smallest genome, making it reliant on host cell machinery for replication.
How is Parvoviridae commonly transmitted?
Fecal-oral route or respiratory droplets.
What types of organisms can Parvoviridae infect?
Vertebrates (humans and animals) and invertebrates.
What is Dependovirus, and how does it replicate?
Dependovirus (e.g., Adeno-associated virus, AAV) replicates only in the presence of a helper virus (e.g., adenovirus).
What makes Parvoviridae environmentally resilient?
Members of this family are highly resistant to inactivation.
