Polio virus is an example of?
Correct answer: A. Spherical viruses
- A. Spherical viruses
- B. Tadpole shaped viruses
- C. Rod shaped viruses
- D. Helical shaped viruses
Explanation
The poliovirus is a good example of a spherical (icosahedral) virus made up of only two main components: a protein shell and an RNA genome. The outer protein coat protects the viral RNA and helps it attach to host cells, while the RNA inside carries the genetic instructions needed for the virus to replicate once it enters the body.
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