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Viruses are enclosed in a protein coat referred to as capsid.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Structure of Viruses**: - Viruses are unique entities that differ from living organisms. They consist of genetic material (either DNA or RNA) encased in a protective protein coat. 2. **Identifying the Components**: - The outer layer of a virus is often referred to as the envelope, which is not present in all viruses. However, the essential part of the virus is the capsid, which is the protein coat that surrounds and protects the genetic material. ...
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