vi
rion
Plural
virions
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a complete virus particle that includes genetic material wrapped in a protein coat, capable of infecting host cells to replicate
- The influenza virion contains viral RNA enclosed within a protein capsid and an outer lipid envelope.
- Electron microscopy allows scientists to visualize the structure of a virion at high magnification.
- Virions attach to host cells and inject their genetic material to initiate infection.
- HIV virions bud from host cells, incorporating host membrane proteins into their envelope.
- Understanding the structure and function of virions is crucial for developing antiviral treatments and vaccines.