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Animal Viruses: 2. Entry & Uncoating in the Host Cell

18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions / Animal Viruses: 2. Entry & Uncoating in the Host Cell / Problem 2

What occurs during the uncoating process in viral infection?

A

The ribosomes of the host cell directly assemble viral particles.

B

The viral envelope integrates into the host cell membrane.

C

The nucleic acid is released following the removal of the protein coat.

D

The virus begins to replicate using the host machinery.

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