Viruses and bacteria are both pathogens that can cause diseases in humans and other organisms. However, they have several key differences in terms of their traits. Bacteria are living organisms that are capable of independent existence and can reproduce on their own. They have their own cellular structure and can carry out metabolic processes. On the other hand, viruses are non-living entities that lack cellular structure and are incapable of metabolism. They can only replicate by infecting host cells and using their machinery to reproduce. Therefore, viruses are not considered living things.
