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The protein coat surrounding the nucleic acid of a virus is called the capsid. These are broadly classified according to their structures. Helical (cylindrical) and icosahedral (spherical) are the most common types.
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∙ 11y agoThe protein coat that surrounds a virus is called a capsid.
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∙ 10y agoThis protein coat is called a capsid.
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What is bacteriophage capsid?
Correct. For APEX it is, A protective shell around a virus.
What is the protein coat that surrounds a virus called?
The protein coat surrounding the nucleic acid of a virus is called the capsid. These are broadly classified according to their structures. Helical (cylindrical) and icosahedral (spherical) are the most common types.
Does a virus' coat contain protein?
If a virus has one, yes, and it's often referred to as a "protein coat."
What is a virus's coat?
protein
What makes up the coat for a virus?
protein makes up the coat of a virus
What is the potein coat that surrounds a virus?
This coat is called a capsid. Sometimes these have a lipid envelope.
What are the two main parts of a virues?
The two main parts of a virus are Protein Coat and Nucleic Acid. The protein coat completely surrounds the nucleic acid and serves as a protective coating and aids in attachment of the the virus to the host cell. The nucleic acid can be either Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) or Ribonucleic Acid (RNA).
What is a virus outer protein coat called?
Protein capsid.
What is a virus's protein coat called?
Capsidecapsid
What is the function of the protein coat of the virus?
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Where is a protein coat found and what is it used for?
A protein coat (capsid) is the protein shell of a virus. It surrounds the nucleic acid and is made up of sub units called capsomere. It is used as protection for the genetic material inside the shell and as reactant with the cell wall of a potential host cell allowing the transfer of genetic material into the host cell.
A virus's DNA and RNA is surrounded by an?
A protein coat called a capsid.
