MDCAT Biology MCQ #105

In a structural model of HIV, which glycoprotein spike is specifically responsible for the initial adsorption to the CD4 receptor of T-lymphocytes?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #105

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In a structural model of HIV, which glycoprotein spike is specifically responsible for the initial adsorption to the CD4 receptor of T-lymphocytes?

    • A) gp41
    • B) p24
    • C) gp120
    • D) p17

    Answer: gp120

    Explanation: HIV surface spikes are composed of gp120. The p24 protein forms the cone-shaped capsid core rather than the external attachment spikes.