The COVID-19 virus can survive on banknotes for 28 days, and thrives in colder temperatures. SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, lasts up to 10 days longer than influenza on certain surfaces, the findings show. The virus lasts longer on paper banknotes than plastic banknotes. SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, lasts up to 10 days longer than influenza on certain surfaces, the findings revealed. CSIRO Chief Executive Dr Larry Marshall said the research builds on the nation's quest to understand the COVID-19 virus.

Source: Daily Mail October 11, 2020 15:00 UTC