To determine:
The symptoms of DNA virus infection.
Introduction:
Herpes, chicken pox, and small pox are caused by the infection of DNA virus. The virus replicates inside the host cell using the enzyme “DNA-dependent-DNA polymerase”. Pox virus, human herpes virus, and adenovirus are the examples of DNA virus.
To determine:
The common source of DNA virus infection in infected girls.
Introduction:
To determine:
The method of prevention for DNA virus outbreak
Introduction:
Poxvirus, human herpes virus, and adenovirus are the examples of DNA virus. The DNA virus can be transmitted through respiratory droplets and contaminated water. Prevention of infection can be done by maintaining hygienic conditions.
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