Question

What are capsomeres?

Answer 1

Capsomeres:

1. Capsomeres are tiny subunits that make up the protein coat, referred to as the capsid.
2. Capsomeres are known as capsid subunits, which are the outer protective covering of proteins that protect the virus's genetic material.
3. TMV is also known as the tobacco mosaic virus.
4. It is a type of single-stranded RNA virus.
5. It has an impact on a wide variety of plants.
6. TMV has 2130 capsomeres because they occur every three turns of the helix.