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What Are Viruses?.

Science in Context Available online

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Kroe, Kathryn.
Series:
Germs and Disease
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Viruses--Juvenile literature.
Viruses.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (16555 pages)
Edition:
1st ed.
Place of Publication:
New York, NY : Cavendish Square Publishing LLC, 2022.
Summary:
In the time of COVID-19, it seems everyone is talking about viruses. But what is a virus, and how does a virus spread? Readers find the answers as they explore this comprehensive introduction to a basic biology curriculum concept. The fact-filled main text is paired with graphic organizers and full-color photographs, and detailed sidebars provide additional information about various viruses and the diseases they cause. In addition, readers are presented with a series of questions after each chapter to help them think critically about this topic and how it affects their lives today.
Contents:
Intro
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Introduction
How Do Viruses Make Us Sick?
What Diseases Do Viruses Cause?
What Are Retroviruses?
How Can We Prepare for New Viruses?
Glossary
Find Out More
Index
About the Author
Back Cover.
Notes:
Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
ISBN:
9781502665355
1502665352
OCLC:
1345587569

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