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The number of capsomeres, the protein subunits of a capsid, is characteristic of each virus. How many does the herpes virus have?

Correct answer D. 162

Explanation

The herpes virus capsid is an icosahedron built from 162 capsomeres, whereas adenovirus, for comparison, has 252.

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