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A virus is a [ ] infectious particle containing genetic material inside a protein coat.
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They redirect its enzymes and ribosomes.
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Environmental stress or another trigger can activate the viral genes.
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In the lytic pathway, host enzymes copy the viral genome, while ribosomes synthesise viral capsid proteins.
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A virus is a non-cellular infectious particle containing genetic material inside a protein coat.
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5.1.6 Lifecycle of a virus Flashcards
24 flashcards on Edexcel GCSE Biology 5.1.6 Lifecycle of a virus: the key terms, definitions and processes you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.