MDCAT Biology MCQ #87

During the synthesis phase of viral replication, large amounts of capsomeres are produced. Where does the translation of these viral proteins typically occur in an animal host?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #87

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the synthesis phase of viral replication, large amounts of capsomeres are produced. Where does the translation of these viral proteins typically occur in an animal host?

    • A) Host cell ribosomes
    • B) Viral ribosomes
    • C) Mitochondrial matrix
    • D) Nucleolus

    Answer: Host cell ribosomes

    Explanation: Viruses utilize host ribosomes for protein synthesis. While the nucleus may provide the template DNA, the actual assembly of amino acids into capsomeres occurs at ribosomes.