Viral diseases (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What is a pathogen?
What is a pathogen?
A microorganism that can make you ill
What genetic material do viruses contain?
What genetic material do viruses contain?
Either DNA or RNA
Where can viruses reproduce?
Where can viruses reproduce?
Only inside living cells
How does the size of viruses compare to typical cells?
How does the size of viruses compare to typical cells?
Much smaller than typical cells
What happens during the production step of the viral life cycle?
What happens during the production step of the viral life cycle?
Cell makes more viral DNA/RNA & proteins
Why do viral infections make us feel unwell?
Why do viral infections make us feel unwell?
Viruses damage or destroy host cells
How does the measles virus spread?
How does the measles virus spread?
Through droplets from sneezes or coughs
What are the main symptoms of measles?
What are the main symptoms of measles?
High temperature and red skin rash
How is HIV spread?
How is HIV spread?
Sexual contact, sharing needles, blood
What does HIV attack in the body?
What does HIV attack in the body?
The body's immune system cells
What symptom does Tobacco Mosaic Virus cause on plant leaves?
What symptom does Tobacco Mosaic Virus cause on plant leaves?
A mottled or mosaic pattern
How does TMV affect plant growth?
How does TMV affect plant growth?
Reduces photosynthesis, slows growth