PROVIRUS
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Provirus.
Provirus - as a noun
Cdna copy of the rna genome of a retrovirus; the genetic material of a virus as incorporated into and able to replicate with the genome of a host cell
Example Sentences
"A provirus is a latent form of a virus in the host cell's DNA."
"The provirus can remain in a dormant state until it is activated."
"Certain retroviruses integrate their viral genome as a provirus."
"The provirus can be passed on to daughter cells during cell division."
"The presence of a provirus can be detected through molecular techniques."
Word Game Points
Is PROVIRUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, provirus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROVIRUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PROVIRUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, provirus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROVIRUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PROVIRUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, provirus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROVIRUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
