Question

The coat that surrounds the genetic material of a virus is made of what material? (

Answer 1

Answer:The cell they multiply in is called the host cell. A virus is made up of a core of genetic material,

Explanation:

either DNA or RNA, surrounded by a protective coat called a capsid which is made up of protein.

Answer 2

Answer:

Protein

Explanation:

• The protein-covered coat that surrounds the genetic material of a virus is called a capsid.
• There are mainly three structural shapes of a capsid :

1. Icosahedral
2. Prolate
3. Helical

• The functions of capsid includes:

1. Protection of viral genome i.e., either DNA or RNA from dissolution.
2. Helps in penetration of virus in host cells.

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