Using our criteria for living things, decide whether a virus is classified as alive. Here are some virus facts:
A virus is highly ordered.
Viruses can evolve over time.
Although viruses can infect a wide range of organisms, they cannot reproduce on their own.
Are viruses alive? YES or NO?
HINT:- You must defend your answer with as much scientific evidence as possible. Be sure to include biological concepts such as cellular structure and function and the characteristics of life, in your response.
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Using our criteria for living things- decide whether a virus is classi.docx
1. Using our criteria for living things, decide whether a virus is classified as alive. Here are some
virus facts:
A virus is highly ordered.
Viruses can evolve over time.
Although viruses can infect a wide range of organisms, they cannot reproduce on their own.
Are viruses alive? YES or NO?
HINT:- You must defend your answer with as much scientific evidence as possible. Be sure to
include biological concepts such as cellular structure and function and the characteristics of life,
in your response.
