Question

The capsid and docking proteins function in three ways to help the virus attack the host cell. The functions include all BUT

Answer 1

Encodes the genetic message for the synthesis of new proteins

Answer 2

The three ways the capsid and docking proteins help the virus attach the host cell are:

1. It contains special sites that allow the virus to attach to its host. They interact on the three-dimensional structures on the capsid.

2. It protects the nucleic acid from digestion by enzymes.

3. Provides proteins the alolw the virus to penetrate the host cell membrane