The numbers of capsomeres found in adenovirus capsid is?

Correct answer: C. 252

  • A. 162
  • B. 200
  • C. 252
  • D. 155

Explanation

The adenovirus particle consists of an icosahedral protein shell surrounding a protein core that contains the linear, double-stranded DNA genome. The shell, which is 70 to 100 nm in diameter, is made up of 252 structural capsomeres. 162 capsomeres are found in herpes virus. So, option C is correct.

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