Amoeba Sisters
Viruses (Updated)
Explore the lytic and lysogenic viral replication cycles with the Amoeba Sisters! This video also discusses virus structures and why a host is critical for viral reproduction. Expand details for table of contents and further reading...
Bozeman Science
Viral Replication
Paul Andersen explains how viruses reproduce using the lytic cycle. He also shows how viruses can pick up new genetic material and how retroviruses (like HIV) can enter into the lytic cycle. He also describes the lysogenic cycle and how...
Bozeman Science
Viruses
Paul Andersen describes the important characteristics of viruses. He starts with a brief description of origin theories. He then describes the two characteristics of all viruses; genetic information and protein coats. He also describes...
Curated Video
Lytic cycle: the reason why bacteria hate viruses
Bacteria hate viruses called bacteriophages, and rightfully so. These viruses are vicious! They make bacteria their hosts and create multiple copies in a process called lytic cycle. In this video, we will do a quick review of the main...
Curated Video
The Lifecycle of a Virus
This video is a lecture on the life cycle of viruses. The speaker starts by explaining that viruses are not true organisms because they are made up of different components and cannot replicate on their own. The video breaks down the...
FuseSchool
Virus Life Cycle
In this video we are going to look at what happens when a virus invades a host cell. You should already have an understanding of what viruses are.
Professor Dave Explains
Viruses: Molecular Hijackers
Most of us know about viruses, and that they spread disease. But what is a virus exactly? Is it alive? How does it infect a host? There's a lot to discuss here! Take a look.
Amoeba Sisters
Amoeba Sisters: Viruses
Did you know that a virus needs host to be able to reproduce itself? In this video learn the characteristics of viruses including the structure of the virus, how it reproduces, and some examples. [7:37]
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Viral Replication
Paul Andersen explains how viruses reproduce using the lytic cycle. He also shows how viruses can pick up new genetic material and how retroviruses (like HIV) can enter into the lytic cycle. He also describes the lysogenic cycle and how...