A/an _______ is the Protein Shell Around the Nucleic Acid

Question

A/an _______ is the protein shell around the nucleic acid core of a virus.
A) capsomere
B) capsid
C) spike
D) envelope
E) monolayer

Accepted Answer

A capsid is the protein shell that encases the nucleic acid core of a virus, providing protection and aiding in the delivery of the viral genome into host cells.