MDCAT Biology MCQ #65

During the budding process of HIV, the virus acquires an outer covering. What is the primary source of the viral envelope?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #65

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the budding process of HIV, the virus acquires an outer covering. What is the primary source of the viral envelope?

    • A) Host cell membrane
    • B) Viral genome
    • C) Ribosomal RNA
    • D) Nuclear envelope

    Answer: Host cell membrane

    Explanation: The HIV envelope is derived from the host cell membrane. The capsid, however, is synthesized by viral genetic instructions within the cell.