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    A virus is a submicroscopic infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism. Viruses infect all life forms, from animals and plants to microorganisms, including bacteria and archaea. Viruses are found in almost every ecosystem on Earth and are the most numerous type of biological … See more

    The English word "virus" comes from the Latin vīrus, which refers to poison and other noxious liquids. Vīrus comes from the same See more

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    Scientific opinions differ on whether viruses are a form of life or organic structures that … See more

    Examples of common human diseases caused by viruses include the common cold, influenza, chickenpox, and cold sores. Many serious … See more

    Viruses are the most abundant biological entity in aquatic environments. There are about ten million of them in a teaspoon of seawater. Most of these viruses are bacteriophages infecting … See more

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    Viruses are found wherever there is life and have probably existed since living cells first evolved. The origin of viruses is unclear because they do not form fossils, so See more

    Classification seeks to describe the diversity of viruses by naming and grouping them on the basis of similarities. In 1962, See more

    Viruses infect all cellular life and, although viruses occur universally, each cellular species has its own specific range that often infects only that species. Some viruses, called See more

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  3. WebApr 12, 2024 · Learn about viruses, infectious agents of small size and simple composition that can multiply only in living cells of animals, plants, or bacteria. Explore their history, classification, structure, and role in diseases and molecular biology.

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  6. WebLearn what a virus is, how it infects a cell, and how it differs from bacteria. Explore the structure, diversity, and evolution of viruses with examples and interactive features.

  7. WebMay 13, 2022 · On one hand, viruses contain either DNA or RNA, the nucleic acids found in all living organisms. On the other hand, viruses lack the capacity to independently read and act upon the information ...

  8. WebLearn about the microscopic, simple infectious agents that can multiply only in living cells of animals, plants, or bacteria. Find out how viruses cause human and animal diseases, such as influenza, AIDS, and COVID-19, and how they are classified and studied.

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