Viruses differ from all forms of life because they
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Viruses differ from all forms of life because they require other living cells to multiply. Unlike living organisms that can reproduce on their own, viruses need a host cell to reproduce and multiply. They invade host cells and take over their machinery to produce more viruses, which ultimately kills the host cell. While viruses can cause infectious diseases, they do not have a thick cell wall, nor do they feed on waste products of other organisms, further distinguishing them from living organisms.