The enveloped viruses typically obtain their envelope
A) from the host cytoplasmic membrane as they exit the host.
B) from a newly constructed viral-derived membrane.
C) from the nuclear membrane as they exit the host.
D) from endoplasmic reticulum in the host.
E) from the host peptidoglycan as they exit.

Question

The enveloped viruses typically obtain their envelope
A) from the host cytoplasmic membrane as they exit the host.
B) from a newly constructed viral-derived membrane.
C) from the nuclear membrane as they exit the host.
D) from endoplasmic reticulum in the host.
E) from the host peptidoglycan as they exit.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Enveloped viruses obtain their envelope from the host cytoplasmic membrane as they exit the host cell. The virions bud out from the host membrane, which becomes the viral envelope.

The Enveloped Viruses Typically Obtain Their Envelope