capsomere
Sign in to saveThe capsomere is a subunit of the capsid, an outer covering of protein that protects the genetic material of a virus. Capsomeres self-assemble to form the capsid.
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The capsomere is a subunit of the capsid, an outer covering of protein that protects the genetic material of a virus. Capsomeres self-assemble to form the capsid.
thumb|left|In this diagram of an Adenovirus, the capsid molecules are clearly visible.