Recrevirales

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Recrevirales
Kingdom:	Riboviria
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Recrevirales is an order of viruses within the realm Riboviria, which encompasses viruses with RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) enzymes. This order is part of the Baltimore classification system, which categorizes viruses based on their genetic material and replication method. Recrevirales is notable for its members that primarily infect plants, although some can infect fungi and other organisms.

Characteristics

Recrevirales viruses are characterized by their positive-sense single-stranded RNA genomes. These genomes are typically linear and can vary in size, but they generally encode a limited number of proteins necessary for replication and infection. The hallmark of this order is the presence of a conserved RdRp gene, which is essential for the replication of the viral RNA genome.

Genome Organization

The genome of Recrevirales viruses is organized into several open reading frames (ORFs), which encode proteins involved in replication, movement, and encapsidation. The RdRp is usually encoded by the largest ORF, while other ORFs may encode movement proteins and coat proteins.

Replication Cycle

The replication cycle of Recrevirales viruses begins with the entry of the viral RNA into the host cell. The positive-sense RNA genome is directly translated by the host's ribosomes to produce viral proteins, including the RdRp. The RdRp then synthesizes a complementary negative-sense RNA strand, which serves as a template for the production of new positive-sense RNA genomes. These new genomes can be packaged into virions or used for further translation.

Taxonomy

The order Recrevirales is divided into several families, each containing multiple genera and species. The primary families within this order include:

• Alphaflexiviridae: This family includes viruses that primarily infect plants and are transmitted by vectors such as insects or through mechanical means.
• Betaflexiviridae: Members of this family also infect plants and are known for their flexible filamentous virions.
• Gammaflexiviridae: This family contains viruses that infect fungi and have a similar genome organization to other members of the order.

Pathogenesis

Recrevirales viruses are primarily plant pathogens, causing a range of symptoms depending on the host and virus species. Common symptoms include mosaic patterns on leaves, stunted growth, and reduced yield. The impact of these viruses on agriculture can be significant, leading to economic losses.

Research and Applications

Research on Recrevirales viruses focuses on understanding their molecular biology, host interactions, and mechanisms of transmission. This knowledge is crucial for developing strategies to control viral infections in crops. Additionally, some members of this order are used as vectors for gene expression in plants, providing tools for plant biotechnology.

Also see

• Virus classification
• RNA virus
• Plant virus
• Riboviria