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Published on: August 21, 2026
The protein coat of viruses is called :
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The capsid is the protective protein shell that surrounds the genetic material (DNA or RNA) of a virus. Its primary function is to safeguard the viral genome from chemical and physical damage while facilitating the attachment of the virus to host cells.
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