The Virion of the Chlorovirus PBCV-1 Has a Spike Located

question 1

Multiple Choice

The virion of the chlorovirus PBCV-1 has a spike located at one of the 12 pentameric vertices.Which of the following describes the function of this spike?

• A) It represents the point in the capsid where the DNA is packaged into the virion.
• B) It attaches to the host cell and initiates entry of the virion.
• C) It contains enzymes at its outer tip that degrade the cell wall of the host.
• D) It is an important intermediate in the assembly of the capsid.
• E) It is the point of attachment between the internal lipid envelope and the outer capsid.

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