How does a DNA virus reproduce its host genome?
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How does a DNA virus reproduce its host genome?
Genomes:
Genomes are collections of nucleic acid that store an organism's biological information. Small changes to an organism's genome can have very large effects on the organism's ability to reproduce.
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View this answerDNA viruses do not reproduce the genomes of their host. They can only reproduce their own genomes and they need the cellular machinery of their host...
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Lytic Cycle of a Virus: Definition & Steps
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Chapter 19 / Lesson 7The lytic cycle is considered the main method of virus reproduction. Learn about its mechanism and the lytic pathway. Understand the interaction between the virus and host cell.
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