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Are viruses considered to be alive? Why or why not?

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No

Step-by-step explanation:

They are not considered alive since they are not made out of cells, they can't keep themselves in a stable state, they don't grow, and they can't make their own energy. Some viruses may be alive if they do have cells but just in general No.

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