Bacteriophage alpha 3 protein capsid,computer artwork. Bacteriophages are viruses that infect bacteria. Bacteriophage alpha 3 has no outer protein coat,but has a capsid consisting of 60 coat proteins (irregular shapes flush with surface) and 12 pentameric (5-subunit) spike proteins (protruding from surface). The spikes allow the virus to recognise and bind to host cells. The virus carries its genetic material in single-stranded DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) form | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Laguna Design |
Taille de l’image : | 4000 px × 3000 px |
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