February 16, 2022
Characteristics of Viruses and How They Cause Disease
BlogadminpoolsViruses are submicroscopic infectious agents that replicate only inside the living cells of an organism. Viruses infect all forms of life, including animals, plants, microorganisms, bacteria, archea, and fungi. While their cellular structures are not large, they are still very dangerous. This article will discuss the characteristics of viruses and how they cause disease. While the definition of a virus is not entirely clear, here are a few common examples of viruses: A virus consists of a nucleic acid encased in a protein shell. This protective shell is composed of […]