Question

drag each characteristic to the correct category.

viruses do not possess all the characteristics of life. identify those characteristics that viruses display and those they dont display.

characteristics of life present in viruses
characteristics of life absent in viruses

made up of one or more cells
has a defined boundary
uses energy
exhibits growth and development
possesses internal organization
eliminates waste

Explanation:

Analizar las características presentes en los virus

Using the Characteristics of Life and Living vs Nonliving knowledge points

• has a defined boundary: Los virus tienen un límite definido por su cápside proteica (y envoltura lipídica en algunos casos).
• possesses internal organization: Los virus poseen una estructura organizada con material genético (ADN o ARN) protegido por una cápside.

Analizar las características ausentes en los virus

Using the Characteristics of Life and Living vs Nonliving knowledge points

• made up of one or more cells: Los virus son acelulares; no tienen estructura celular.
• uses energy: Los virus no tienen metabolismo propio; no producen ni consumen energía de forma independiente.
• exhibits growth and development: Los virus se ensamblan dentro de una célula hospedadora, no crecen ni se desarrollan.
• eliminates waste: Al carecer de metabolismo activo, los virus no producen ni eliminan desechos.

Answer:

Characteristics of Life Present in Viruses	Characteristics of Life Absent in Viruses