How Viruses Like The Coronavirus Mutate

Genetic mutations aren’t as scary as they sound. With RNA viruses, like the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19, they’re happening constantly — basically every time it replicates. But not all mutations stick, and not all the ones that stick are bad. In fact, mutations are actually necessary for tracking and containing COVID-19. Here’s how viruses mutate and why you shouldn’t be worried when you hear about them. MORE CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE: What Could Be The Fastest Way To End The Coronavirus Crisis? Will Warm Weather Stop COVID-19? Why COVID-19 Death Predictions Will Always Be Wrong ------------------------------------------------------ #Coronavirus #Mutation #ScienceInsider Science Insider tells you all you need to know about science: space, medicine, biotech, physiology, and more. Visit us at: Science Insider on Facebook: Science Insider on Instagram: Business Insider on Twitter: Tech Insider on Twitter: Business Insider/Tech Insider on Amazon Prime: ------------------------------------------------------ How Viruses Like The Coronavirus Mutate