Lecture Topic For Examination #2

An Introduction to Viruses

Background:

This lecture will introduce viruses. Some taxonomists have already developed a new kingdom to include these organisms. The problem is that virus are essentially inert particles unless they come into contact with the correct host. That means that they do not fit into Schleiden & Schwann's concept of the cell theory. Do doubt we will have to the cell theory in the future to account for viruses.

Reading Assignment:

Chapter 16 in Biology Concepts & Connections.

Refer to page 162 - Chapter Summary in Survey of Biology Lecture Notes - for the terms and key points you need to know. The Key Points are your guide to success in the course because they focus your attention on those topics upon which you need to concentrate your study to be optimally prepared for the upcoming examination.

Also study the references to the textbook which are indicated in the Survey of Biology Lecture Notes.

Lab Manual Assignment:

There is no crossword for this topic.

We do not conduct a specific lab on viruses.

Study Group Activities:

Quiz everyone in the group on the flashcards labeled "Viruses." Try to complete this before the lecture called "An Introduction to Viruses."

Interactive Study Partner CD ROM:


UNIT 4 - Chapter 16 - The Origin and Evolution of Microbial Life: Prokaryotes and Protists


16A Diversity of Prokaryotes
16B Modes of Nutrition in Prokaryotes