DEFECTIVE VIRUSES
\dɪfˈɛktɪv vˈa͡ɪɹəsɪz], \dɪfˈɛktɪv vˈaɪɹəsɪz], \d_ɪ_f_ˈɛ_k_t_ɪ_v v_ˈaɪ_ɹ_ə_s_ɪ_z]\
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Viruses which lack a complete genome so that they cannot completely replicate or cannot form a protein coat. Some are host-dependent defectives, meaning they can replicate only in cell systems which provide the particular genetic function which they lack. Others, called SATELLITE VIRUSES, are able to replicate only when their genetic defect is complemented by a helper virus.
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