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Capsid
01
la capside, l'enveloppe protéique
the protein coat of a virus that encases its genetic material and helps it attach to and enter host cells during infection
Exemples
The capsid of a virus provides structural integrity, enclosing and protecting its genetic material.
La capside d'un virus assure l'intégrité structurelle, enfermant et protégeant son matériel génétique.
Capsids are often composed of repeating protein subunits called capsomers.
Les capsides sont souvent composées de sous-unités protéiques répétées appelées capsomères.
02
a small plant-feeding insect of the family Miridae, commonly known as a leaf bug
Exemples
The gardener noticed several capsids on the rose leaves.
Capsids can cause damage by sucking sap from young shoots.
