Meaning Of The Word Provirus

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Provirus Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Provirus?

provirus in American English
the genetic material of a virus, that is merged with the chromosomes of a host cell and can be transmitted to the next generation of cells without causing the destruction of the original host cell
noun: a viral form that is incorporated into the genetic material of a host cell

provirus in British English
noun: the inactive form of a virus in a host cell

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