Displayed is a model of the Ebola virus. The Ebola virus is an enveloped virus,
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Question
Displayed is a model of the Ebola virus.
The Ebola virus is an enveloped virus, which means that it ________.
is sealed within cells
envelopes targeted cells
is contained within a phospholipid bilayer
is enclosed within a protein shell
The genetic material of the Ebola virus is __________
DNA
RNA
protein
In this representation, letter A represents ________.
DNA polymerase
RNA polymerase
spikes/glycoprotein
the capsid
the matrix
The component that most directly interacts with the envelope and provides structure to the virus is ________,
DNA polymerase
RNA polymerase
spikes/glycoprotein
the capsid
the matrix
which is labeled ________ in this illustration.
Which of the labeled components is heavily glycosylated and makes a host immune response particularly difficult?
A B C D E VP30 VP24 VP35Explanation / Answer
1. is contained within a phospholipid bilayer
2. RNA
3. spikes/glycoprotein
4. the capsid
5.. B
6.