Question

Explain the structure of Virus? Draw a labelled diagram of Bacteriophage

Answer 1

Explanation:

Virus can have different shapes

Answer 2

Dear Student,

◆ Structure of Viruses -

• Viruses are composed of nucleid acid genome coated by protein capsids. Together this is called as nucleocapsid.
• According to shape, viruses are classified as helical, polyhedral or complex.
• Viral genomes can be DNA or RNA.
• Capsid is the protein coat around the virus which allows it to attach to host cells.

[Refer to the diagram for structure of bacteriophage.]

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