9 Questions
What is a defining characteristic of an icosahedral virus?
Consists of 20 triangular faces with 12 apexes
Which component defines the overall shape of the nucleocapsid in viruses?
Capsomers
What distinguishes an enveloped virus from a non-enveloped virus?
Possesses an additional covering called the envelope
What is a bacteriophage primarily known for?
Infecting and attacking bacteria
What is the replication process for double-stranded DNA viruses in a host cell?
Opening of a replication bubble for DNA replication
Which type of virus must direct the synthesis of its own DNA-dependent DNA polymerase?
DNA viruses
What is the role of spikes in enveloped viruses?
Proteins inserted into the envelope for attachment
What distinguishes a complex virus from a simple virus in terms of polymerase usage?
Complex viruses use host cell polymerase, while simple viruses use viral-coded polymerase.
What is the primary function of the capsid in a virus?
Protection of the genetic material inside
Learn about the different structures and sizes of viruses, from icosahedral to helical to complex. Explore the components of a non-enveloped virus and its external protein coat (Capsid).
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