What Features Would Allow a Virus to Be Used Effectively

question 11

Multiple Choice

What features would allow a virus to be used effectively as a bioweapon?

• A) a high infectious dose
• B) transmission via an insect vector
• C) person-to-person transmission
• D) quick pathogen detection systems

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Definitions:

Mitochondria

Organelles found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, involved in energy production through the process of cellular respiration.

Nucleolus

In a cell nucleus, a dense, irregularly shaped region where ribosomal subunits are assembled.

Nucleoplasm

Of a nucleus, viscous fluid enclosed by the nuclear envelope.

Basal Body

A cellular structure that forms the base of a eukaryotic cilium or flagellum, acting as a template for its assembly and anchoring it to the cell.