Evaluation - Testing your understanding of Retrovirus ...



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Retrovirus Quiz


    True/False

  1. All viruses can invade any cell type.
  2. The RNA is well protected in a virus.
  3. Retroviruses are only found in humans.
  4. The entire replication process takes place outside the nucleus.
  5. Under the electron microscope, different retroviruses often look different because of the shapes of their capsids.
  6. The lipid bilayers of the virus and cell fuse to allow the virus to enter the cell.
  7. It is possible that AIDS has infected humans for over 50 years.
  8. There is no cure for HIV.
  9. HIV is the only retrovirus the affects humans.

    Multiple Choice

  10. What does RNA stand for?
    a. Ribonucleic acid
    b. Ribose nucleus arrangement
    c. Radial neutron acid
    d. Really neat arrangement
  11. What surrounds a virus that is similar to the plasma membrane that surrounds our cells?
    a. Cell wall
    b. Lipid envelope
    c. Plasma membrane
    d. Nuclear membrane
  12. Which of the following is NOT found in RNA?
    a. Adenine
    b. Cytosine
    c. Guanine
    d. Thiamine
  13. What is RNA to DNA transcription called?
    a. Transcriptionase
    b. Translation
    c. Reverse transcription
    d. It is not possible
  14. Which of the following is NOT a way to transmit HIV?
    a. Unprotected sexual contact
    b. Accidental needle stick from an infected person
    c. Toilet seats
    d. Childbirth
  15. Which of the following is NOT the most practical and logical way to avoid HIV infection?
    a. Wear gloves when handling blood and body fluids
    b. Use condoms when engaging in all types of sexual activity
    c. Do not share needles
    d. Avoid contact with HIV+ people

    Short Answer-based on the Party Lab

  16. The lab is more realistic than you may think. Name a disease that can be transmitted by saliva, just by sharing drinks.


  17. Name a disease that can be spread when the person does not know they are infected.


  18. If there is more than one infected person at the party what might have happened?


  19. Would there be a difference is more fluid was exchanged?


  20. Who was probably patient zero?

The Answer Key

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