Question

What is the status of viruses in classification?​

Answer 1

Viruses are classified into four groups based on shape: filamentous, isometric , enveloped, and head and tail. Many viruses attach to their host cells to facilitate penetration of the cell membrane, allowing their replication inside the cell.

Answer 2

Viruses are not living things. Viruses are complicated assemblies of molecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates, but on their own they can do nothing until they enter a living cell. Without cells, viruses would not be able to multiply. Therefore, viruses are not living things.