Topic 9: Viral Genetics and Evolution
Learning objective On completing this topic, you should be able to: Understand forces that drive virus evolution
Learning objective On completing this topic, you should be able to: Understand forces that drive virus evolution
Viral genetics refers to the study of the genetic material and processes involved in the replication, evolution, and transmission of viruses. Viruses are microscopic infectious agents that lack the cellular…
Viral evolution refers to the process by which viruses undergo changes in their genetic material over time, leading to the development of new strains and variants. Evolutionary processes in viruses…
Virus mutation and variation are essential aspects of viral biology that play a significant role in the adaptability, evolution, and diversity of viruses. Mutation Rates: Viruses exhibit different mutation rates…
Preparing for continuous assessment tests (CATs) and End of Semester examinations in Virology The following study questions are meant to help you study for the upcoming virology examinations. Questions like…
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This section offers Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) and End-of-Semester University Examinations (UE) for courses on Virology. These resources are designed to help you understand how questions are set and to…
This section offers Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) and End-of-Semester University Examinations for courses on Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques. These resources are designed to help you understand how questions are…