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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question

Question

The subunits that make up the viral capsid are called:
Options
A Protomeres
B Capsomeres
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C Peplomers
D Virions
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Under 'Capsid', the text states: 'The capsid is a protective outer shell that surrounds the viral nucleic acid, and is made up of several subunits called capsomeres, which are further composed of a protomere.'

Hint

Look for the term describing the individual building blocks of the capsid.

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