Viruses Quiz - Basic Concepts

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Take a closer look at the tiny invaders all around us—viruses! Learn what they’re made of, how they enter human cells, and how they use our cells to reproduce. Discover what makes viruses different from other pathogens and how vaccines and antiviral drugs help fight them.

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What is the basic structure of a virus?

  • DNA or RNA and a protein coat
  • Only DNA
  • Only RNA
  • Lipids and carbohydrates

Which of these is not a component of a virus?

  • Nucleic acid
  • Enzymes
  • Capsid
  • Mitochondria

What is the protein coat surrounding the genetic material of a virus called?

  • Capsid
  • Envelope
  • Membrane
  • Shell

How do viruses typically enter a human cell?

  • Osmosis
  • Endocytosis
  • Active transport
  • Filtration

What specific part of the host cell do viruses hijack for replication?

  • Chloroplasts
  • Nucleus
  • Ribosomes
  • Endoplasmic reticulum

Which of the following is NOT a type of viral structure?

  • Helical
  • Icosahedral
  • Pentagonal
  • Complex

What is the function of the viral envelope?

  • It provides structural support
  • It helps in attachment to host cells
  • It stores genetic material
  • It produces ATP

How do viruses differ from bacteria in terms of their living characteristics?

  • Viruses are larger
  • Viruses require a host to replicate
  • Viruses are considered fully living organisms
  • Viruses can undergo metabolism independently

What can vaccines typically trigger in the body to fight against viruses?

  • Production of antibodies
  • Increased blood pressure
  • Decrease in white blood cells
  • Production of alcohol

In what way do antiviral drugs usually work to fight viruses?

  • They strengthen the cell walls
  • They inhibit replication of the virus
  • They increase white blood cell count
  • They enhance photosynthesis

What is the process called when a virus leaves a host cell, often destroying it?

  • Endocytosis
  • Mitosis
  • Lysis
  • Exocytosis
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Viruses Quiz - Basic Concepts