Which virus is correctly matched with its capsid structure? A. Naked helical-poliovirus B. Enveloped helical-herpesvirus C. Enveloped icosahedral-Influenza virus D. Naked helical-Tobacco Mosaic virus

Answer :

Answer:

The correct option is : D. Naked helical-Tobacco Mosaic virus      

Explanation:

Viruses can be classified on the basis of the structure of their capsids. The different types of capsid structures are: naked icosahedral, naked heical, enveloped icosahedral, enveloped helical and complex structure.

A. The capsid structure of a poliovirus is naked icosahedral.

B. The capsid structure of a herpesvirus is complex.

C. The capsid structure of a influenza virus is enveloped helical.

D. The capsid structure of a tobacco mosaic virus is naked helical.

Therefore, the correct match is Naked helical-Tobacco Mosaic virus.

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