Virus Structure

Cards (4)

  • What type of nucleic acid do viruses have?
    Either DNA or RNA
  • Complete the labels on the virus structure diagram.
    Complete:
    A) capsid
    B) genetic material
    C) attachment proteins
  • What is the function of the capsid?
    a protein shell that protects the genetic material
  • What is the function of the attachment proteins?
    Attachment protein bind to receptors on host cell being infected