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Which structure is labeled X in the diagram below?
A. ribosome
B. Lipid envelope
C.Protein tail
D. capsid protein​

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Answer:

Option D

Explanation:

Diagram is attached.

Capsid protein is a form of structural protein which usually forms part of a complex which later produces protective shell around the nucleic acid in a virus. It is also referred to as coat protein or head protein.  

Capsid acts as a distinguishing feature for identifying an integrated viral genome, plasmids and other genetic material of viruses. In fact, viruses are termed as organisms that encode capsid proteins.  

Hence, option D is correct

Answer:

D. Capsid Protein

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