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Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

What is the difference between bacteria and virus?

What is the difference between bacteria and virus?

Sourav Pan
Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

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The main differences between bacteria and viruses are: 1. Structure: Bacteria are unicellular organisms with a cell membrane, cytoplasm, and DNA, whereas viruses consist of a protein coat (capsid) and genetic material (DNA or RNA) and lack cellular structures. 2. Reproduction: Bacteria reproduce asexually through binary fission, while viruses require a host cell to replicate. 3. Metabolism: Bacteria are metabolically active and can perform life processes on their own, while viruses depend on host cells to replicate and produce new viral particles.

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