Viruses Flashcards
1
Q
What is a virus?
A
A virus is NOT a living organism but does possess many of the same characteristics. They are small particles that are parasitic and infect every type of living organism.
2
Q
How do viruses reproduce?
A
Viruses can only reproduce inside of other living cells
3
Q
What is a viruses structure?
A
Viruses can come in all different shapes and sizes and contain a singular protein coat surronding one type of nucleic acid ,either RNA or DNA.
4
Q
What is an example of a virus?
A
A tobacco mosaic virus that causes discolouring of the leaves of tobacco plants by preventing the formation of chloroplasts
