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Virus Package
A virus is a tiny package with an outer shell or envelope. Inside is genetic material, and the package can take many different shapes.
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In the picture
- Outer shell: the protective layer around the outside.
- Coiled genetic material: the long strand packed inside.
- Rod-shaped shell: a long, tube-like outer layer.
- Faceted shell: an outer layer with flat faces.
Examples
- A flu virus with a rounded envelope.
- A plant virus shaped like a long rod.
Key takeaways
- A virus has an outer shell or envelope that protects what is inside.
- Virus particles come in many shapes, such as rods, faceted balls, and rounded forms.
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