BIO by M Tahir ( Lecturer Al Azhar ) virus chapter
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A major advantage of the icosahedral capsid is

A. Increased protein synthesis
B. Maximum stability using fewer protein subunits
C. Faster DNA replication
D. Resistance to antibiotics

📝 Explanation

The icosahedral design provides great structural strength while requiring relatively few capsid proteins.

📖 Additional Information

  • Increased protein synthesis
  • Maximum stability using fewer protein subunits
  • Faster DNA replication
  • Resistance to antibiotics

The icosahedral design provides great structural strength while requiring relatively few capsid proteins.

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