Viruses Flashcards
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Viruses are ___ ____ to break down ____ for ______.
Viruses are NOT ABLE to break down FOOD for ENERGY
What is a virus
Viruses are microscopic particles that attack other cells.
Which kingdom do viruses belong to. Why
They don’t because they do not posses any of the 7 characteristics of life
How would a viruses cell structure look like
They do not have an organized cell structure
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Viruses are ___ ____ to _________ on their own
Viruses are NOT ABLE to REPRODUCE on their own
The organism the virus attacks is called what
The host
How do viruses use the host’s material
They use the hosts material to replicate
What is the bursting of the cells called
Lysis
What happens when a virus replicates
It forms new viruses and destroys the host’s cells making them burst open
What does the abbreviation HIV stand for
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Where does HIV attack
The immune system of humans
How deadly is HIV & AIDS
It is one if the biggest killers in Africa
Because of what happens the person becomes (finish the sentence)
The person becomes more susceptible to opportunistic infections.
What disorder does HIV lead to
AIDS
What does AIDS stand for
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
How do HIV positive people manage the disease so that they don’t get very sick?
Exercise, ARV’s medicine and a healthy diet
Is there a cure for the disorder
No
What is being attacked when you have a rhinovirus
Your head and your sinuses are the main parts being targeted
What is being attacked when you have influenza
It attacks your muscles; you feel weak
Can you do sports when you have influenza, why
No, if you do sports since it attacks your muscles your heart will also be affected so you may faint and die
A person who is infected with HIV is called what
HIV positive
How could one protect oneself from being infected with HIV
Condoms, don’t share needles and wear gloves
Symptoms of HIV infections include:
Fever
Aching muscles and joints
Lethargy (feeling tired)
Opportunistic disease
What is the scientific name for flu
Influenza
