MASTERING MICROBIOLOGY TAXONOMY
MASTERING MICROBIOLOGY TAXONOMY
18th Edition
ISBN: 9781323651063
Author: BAUMAN
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 13, Problem 3SA
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The reason for difficulties faced to treat viral infections.

Introduction:

Viruses are small microscopic organisms and their genetic material is present inside the protein coat. Viruses cause infectious diseases such as common cold, flu, and warts. They can also cause severe illnesses such as AIDS, ebola, and smallpox.

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