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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question

Question

What are the two main symmetrical arrangements that capsomers can adopt in viral capsids?
Options
A Rod-like and branched.
B Square and triangular.
C Icosahedral and helical.
Correct Answer
D Linear and circular.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Under 'Capsid symmetry,' it states: 'Capsomers are arranged symmetrically into capsid shapes: icosahedral and helical.'

Hint

These are the geometric shapes often associated with virus structures.

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