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WebAug 31, 2023 · The capsid, or core, is a protein shell surrounding the genome and is usually composed of protein subunits called capsomeres. The capsid serves to protect and introduce the genome into host cells. Some viruses consist of no more than a genome surrounded by a capsid and are called nucleocapsid or nucleocapsid (Figure …
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