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See: cloning vector
A noncellular biological entity that can reproduce only
within a host cell. Viruses consist of nucleic acid
covered by protein; some animal viruses are also
surrounded by membrane. Inside the infected cell, the
virus uses the synthetic capability of the host to
produce progeny virus.
See also:
cloning vector
Updated 26-Apr-07
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