Question

Enumerate the living and non-living characters of viruses.

Answer 1

1. Living characters of viruses:

1. They have nucleic acid DNA or RNA i.e., the genetic material that can replicate.
2. They can multiply in the living cells of the host.
3. They can attack specific hosts.

2. Non-living characters of viruses:

1. Viruses remain inert material outside their hosts.
2. They are devoid of the cell membrane and cell wall.
3. They are devoid of cellular organelles like ribosomes, mitochondria, etc.
4. They can be crystallized.