Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) particles surround with a coat known as the viral envelope or membrane made up of:
Correct answer: C. Lipoprotein
- A. Glycoprotein
- B. Glycolipid
- C. Lipoprotein
- D. Sulpholipid
Explanation
Lipoproteins are particles made of protein and fats (lipids). Viral envelopes consist of a lipoprotein bilayer that closely surrounds a shell of virus-encoded membrane-associated proteins.
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