Unveiling the Intricacies: the Living Enigma of Viruses
Words: 464 2502In the microscopic realm, where life and non-life engage in a delicate dance, viruses emerge as elusive entities, defying easy classification. The perennial question of whether a virus should be deemed alive has stirred scientific contemplation, propelling an intricate exploration of their attributes that challenge and reshape conventional notions of life. On the surface, viruses defy the classic criteria used to define living organisms. Lacking the cellular complexity and independent metabolic processes associated with life, viruses cannot grow or sustain […]