Biological characteristics of virus
1. Virus are composed of nucleic acids and proteins.
2. They can multiply inside living cells.
3. Genetic recombination occurs in this.
4. Variations and mutations occur and new strains are created.
5. Virus can cause disease in the host.
6. They are strictly obligate parasites.
7. The new virus created retains the characteristics of the original virus.
8. Their ability to adapt is extraordinary.
9. Their protein coat has antigenic properties.
10. Virus can spawn similar viruses.
11. Virus are capable of maintaining specific lineages.
12. Virus can synthesize proteins.
13. The nucleus or genetic material of the host cell is forcibly used for their multiplication.
14. They act on specific organs or organisms.
15. Virus contain the enzyme lysozyme.