What role does the capsid play in viral reproduction?(1 point)

Responses

The capsid attaches to the cell membrane.
The capsid attaches to the cell membrane.

The capsid ends the lysogenic cycle.
The capsid ends the lysogenic cycle.

The capsid copies the viral DNA.
The capsid copies the viral DNA.

The capsid copies the host cell’s DNA.

1 answer

The correct response is:

The capsid attaches to the cell membrane.

The capsid plays a crucial role in viral reproduction by enabling the virus to attach to and enter host cells, allowing for the introduction of the viral genetic material into the host for replication.