Viruses Flashcards
a parisitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organisms. can replicate only by taking over hosts cells reproductive function. (6 cards)
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define viruses
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a parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organisms. replicates only by taking over another
2
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wats hepatitis
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a bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage the liver
3
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whats Herpes simplex virus
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an inflammatory disease of the skin caused by a viral infection and characterized by small vesicles in clusters
4
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whats Human immunodeficiency virus
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HIV is a virus that causes HIV disease and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
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Human Papilloma Virus
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HPV; virus that can infect the bottom of the foot and resembles small black dots, usually in clustered groups.
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what is virucidal
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capable of destroying viruses
