The characteristics of viruses  1. They reproduce swiftly but only in living hosts
  2. The can be deformed
Reasons why viruses are considered to be nonliving 1. They are acellular, meaning they have no cytoplasm
  2. They are acellular, meaning they have no cytoplasm
  3. Most of the viruses have RNA or DNA but not both
 The basic components of a virus 1. The basic components are its nucleic acid (RNA or DNA) and the ability to copy something just like it.
 How hidden viruses multiply The genetic material of the virus becomes part of the cell
 Viral diseases are treated by

1. By washing your hands

2. Avoid being around people with the virus
 How active viruses multiply After entering a cell an active virus jumps into action