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retrovirus
A type of virus that contains RNA as its genetic material. The RNA of the virus is translated into DNA, which inserts itself into an infected cell's own DNA. Retroviruses can cause many diseases, including some cancers and AIDS.
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• GENETICS AND HEREDITYSource: National Human Genome Research Institute
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