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Rhabdoviridae

Description:

Rhabdoviridae is a family of viruses that belong to the order Mononegavirales. It includes a diverse group of single-stranded, negative-sense RNA viruses that can infect a wide range of hosts, including humans, animals, and plants.

Senses:

Sense 1: Taxonomical Classification

In taxonomy, Rhabdoviridae is a family of viruses that is classified under the order Mononegavirales. It consists of several genera, including the genus related products.

Sense 2: Viral Infections

Rhabdoviridae refers to a group of viruses that cause various infections in living organisms. These viruses primarily infect animals and can lead to diseases such as rabies and vesicular stomatitis. They are usually transmitted through bites of infected animals, mainly mammals.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Rhabdoviridae family encompasses a wide range of viruses with different pathogenic properties.

2. Scientists have been studying the structure and genome of Rhabdoviridae to develop effective treatments against viral infections.

3. The transmission of Rhabdoviridae from infected animals to humans is a significant public health concern.

4. Rabies, caused by a virus belonging to the Rhabdoviridae family, affects the nervous system of mammals.

5. There are several vaccines available to prevent infections caused by Rhabdoviridae.