Lecture 12 Flashcards
1
Q
Virus Traits
A
- Extremely Small
- Minimal generic material
- Acellular
- No metabolism
- Capable of reproduction via host
2
Q
Host Range
A
Species infected by virus
3
Q
Lysis
A
Rupture of host membrane/wall and release of new virus
4
Q
General Viral Replication Cycle
A
- Adhere or bind
- Enter
- Take over
a. Replicate genome
b. build capsid - Assemble
- Release
5
Q
Zoonosis
A
Disease shared between humans and animals/
6
Q
Viral Reservoir
A
Natural host population for viral reproduction
