Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 25 - Bacteria, Archaea, and Viruses - 25.4 - Viruses Have Evolved Many Times - 25.4 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 549: 1

Answer

Viruses are exhibit nonliving traits because they cannot reproduce without the aid of a host cell. Because of this, viruses cannot be placed within the tree of life, despite being able to replicate genetic material and maintain a growth cycle.

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Viruses are exhibit nonliving traits because they cannot reproduce without the aid of a host cell. Because of this, viruses cannot be placed within the tree of life, despite being able to replicate genetic material and maintain a growth cycle.
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