The document outlines the significance and characteristics of satellite RNAs (sat RNAs), emphasizing their role in modulating plant viral symptoms, their dependence on helper viruses for replication, and their potential use in gene expression vectors. It details various classifications, protein functions, replication specificity, and interactions with host plants that affect pathogenicity and symptom severity. Additionally, it discusses practical applications of sat RNAs in agriculture, including developing transgenic plants to enhance resistance against more virulent viral strains.