Viruses Basics

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  1. 4. The protein shell that surrounds and protects the viral genetic material; made of subunits called capsomeres.
  2. 5. A lipid bilayer derived from the host cell membrane that surrounds some viruses; contains glycoproteins used for host attachment.
  3. 6. The genetic material of a virus; either DNA or RNA, single- or double-stranded.
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  1. 1. A protein with carbohydrate chains attached; viral glycoproteins mediate host cell recognition and entry.
  2. 2. Individual protein subunit that assembles with others to form the capsid.
  3. 3. A non-living, microscopic particle consisting of genetic material (DNA or RNA) surrounded by a protein coat, capable of infecting living cells.