What is the difference between a virus and a bacteria?

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Viruses Bacteria
$(i)$ They are very small. They are larger in size compared to viruses.
$(ii)$ Non-cellular. Single-celled.
$(iii)$ Have no metabolism of their own. Have metabolism of their own.
$(iv)$ Do not take food by any method. Take food by absorption.
$(v)$ Do not grow and do not divide. Grow in size and divide to produce more bacteria.
$(vi)$ Command the host cell to produce viruses. They can reproduce on their own.
$(vii)$ Can be crystallised. Cannot be crystallised.
$(viii)$ All produce diseases in humans,animals,or plants. Some are harmless,some are useful,and some cause diseases.

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