A reason(s) given by scientists as to why viruses are not considered living organisms include
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Viruses donot have their own metabolism . Even though they definitely replicate and adapt to their enviornment , viruses are more like androids than real living organism.
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They have no energy metabolism, they do not grow, they produce no waste products, and they do not respond to stimuli. They also don't reproduce independently but must replicate by invading living cells.
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