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Question
The protein coat that surrounds the viral nucleic acid is known as the capsid. What are the smaller subunits that make up the capsid called?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The document 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
The term for the individual protein units that assemble to form the capsid starts with 'caps-'.