Viruses

Today in Class: Friday Quiz about lab safety and microscope lab. Introduction to Viruses and diseases caused by them. Textbook pages 478 - 484 and a powerpoint presentation will help clarify any misconceptions.



Smallpox Victim shown below.



Smallpox Virus: Smallpox was a devastating scourge. It was a highly contagious viral disease that killed up to half of those infected and seriously maimed survivors, through severe scarring of the skin with deep pock marks, blindness and infertility. However, those who did survive enjoyed protective immunity from further infection for the rest of their lives.


Homework: Individual grade sheets need to be signed by a parent and returned MONDAY.


State Standard: S4C2PO2 Describe the molecular basis of heredity, in viruses and living things, including DNA replication.