DNA Virus Family: Adenoviridae - L23

Question 1

Under EM, adenovirus normally appears ______

A. Spherical
B. Cubical
C. Hexagonal
D. Pentagonal

Answer 1

C. Hexagonal

Note: Helps you to identify the virus; they have fibers as well that emerge from the 12 corners of the virus

Question 2

Most adenoviruses usually have a wide host range

True or False

Answer 2

False

Note: Most adenoviruses are known to have a very narrow host range

Question 3

Marble spleen disease is caused by ____

A. Canine adenoviruses
B. Equine adenoviruses
C. Avian adenoviruses
D. Porcine adenoviruses

Answer 3

C. Avian adenoviruses