Topic 3: The structure of viruses
Learning objectives Identify the main structural types of the virus particle Describe the chemical and physical structure of both an enveloped and a non-enveloped virus Explain role of each physical…
Lesson 1: How do viruses look like?
The structure of viruses is relatively simple compared to living cells, but it is highly specialized for their unique mode of infection and replication. The basic structure of a virus…
Lesson 2: Virus capsid and symmetry
The capsid is the protein coat that surrounds the genetic material (DNA or RNA) of a virus, providing protection and facilitating the virus’s interaction with host cells. The arrangement of…
Lesson 3: Main components of viruses and their functions
Viruses consist of a few key components that enable them to infect host cells and replicate. The main components of viruses and their functions include: Genetic Material (DNA or RNA):…
Study questions for Topic 3 (Structure of viruses)
Structure of viruses What are the functions of virion proteins? What does it mean to say that viral capsids are metastable? Know the difference between capsid, nucleocapsid, envelope, and What…