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Virion
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ウイルス粒子, ウィリオン
a complete virus particle that includes genetic material wrapped in a protein coat, capable of infecting host cells to replicate
Example
The influenza virion contains viral RNA enclosed within a protein capsid and an outer lipid envelope.
Electron microscopy allows scientists to visualize the structure of a virion at high magnification.
Virions attach to host cells and inject their genetic material to initiate infection.