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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question
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Which of the following is a primary function of the viral capsid?
Options
A Generating ATP for viral replication.
B Synthesizing viral proteins using its own ribosomes.
C Protecting the viral genome and mediating attachment to host cells.
Correct Answer
D Dividing autonomously via binary fission.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document lists several functions for the capsid, including: 'protect the viral genome from harmful environmental factors' and 'mediates attachment to specific receptors on the host cell surface.'

Hint

Consider the protective and interaction roles of the outer shell of a virus.

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Course: MIC 121
Topic: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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