They help the virus attach to the host cell.
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.
Protein capsid.
a capsid
A virus has a protective protein coating called the capsid. The capsid is a cover for the genetic material inside, either RNA or DNA.
A capsid is the protein shell of a virus. It consists of several oligomeric structural subunits made of protein called protomers. The observable 3-dimensional morphological subunits, which may or may not correspond to individual proteins, are called capsomeres. The capsid encloses the genetic material of the virus.
the protective protein coating
Yes, H5N1 is an influenza virus, which means it has a protein coat called a capsid surrounding its genetic material. The capsid helps protect the virus and enables it to infect host cells.
Correct. For APEX it is, A protective shell around a virus.
A virus's DNA and RNA are surrounded by a protein coat called a capsid. This capsid provides protection to the virus's genetic material and helps it to infect host cells. Some viruses also have an additional lipid envelope surrounding the capsid.
Outer layer of a virus is called a capsid. It is the shell of protein which protects the nucleic acid, the brain of a virus. Capsid is composed of individual morphological units called capsomers.
The envelope.
Made of protein and called a capsid.