Question

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why would a drug that damages capsids help treat a viral infection?
a. capsids are bacteria.
b. capsids cause conjugation.
c. capsids help viruses enter cells.
d. capsids are antibiotics.

Explanation:

Capsids are protein - coats of viruses. They play a crucial role in the virus's ability to attach to and enter host cells. Damaging capsids would prevent viruses from entering cells, thus treating the viral infection. Option A is incorrect as capsids are not bacteria. Option B is wrong because capsids do not cause conjugation (a process in bacteria). Option D is incorrect since capsids are not antibiotics.

Answer:

C. Capsids help viruses enter cells.