1. If viruses were to be c;classified in manner similar to theclassification of organisms, the broadest classification currentlyused for all viruses is the...
A) Phylum
B) Genus
C) Class
D) family
2. Which of the following is true concerning the viralenvelope
A) Viral envelope is taken from the mitochondrial membranes
C) ALl viruses possess an envelope
D) The viral envelope is taken from the cellular membranes
E) The envelope may be cut apart by the action of nucleases
3. All of the following statements concerning virus taxonomy aretrue EXCEPT:
A) The ICTV establishes proper taxonomic schemes for virusclassification
B) Staining is used as a means of classifying viruses
C) Currently, there are only three orders of viruses
D) Virus family names are sometimes derived from the name of animportant virus within the family
4. Viruses can be inactivated by exposure/treatment to chemicalsor physical agents. Choose which agent will inactivate herpes virusby preventing viral attachment to susceptible cells.
A) Alcohol
B) Ultra violet radiation
C) Heat
D) Neutralizing antibodies
E) A, C, D
(HINT: It's not B)
