What evidence would prevent scientists from classifying viruses as living organisms?

The following evidences would prevent scientists from classifying viruses as living organisms:

1) They have subcellular or acellular (non-cellular) structure.

2) Do not respire or excrete.

3) Can be crystallized.

4) Can be stored as chemicals.

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when you breathe in, or inhale, your diaphragm contracts (tightens) and moves downward. this increases the space in your chest cavity, into which your lungs expand. the intercostal muscles between your ribs also enlarge the chest cavity. they contract to pull your rib cage both upward and outward when you inhale.