Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

capsomere

noun

ˈkæp.səˌmɪr

Definition

A capsomere is a protein subunit that makes up the capsid of a virus, playing a crucial role in its structure and function.

Examples

The capsomeres came together to form the virus’s outer shell.
Scientists studied the arrangement of capsomeres to understand how the virus infects cells.

Meaning

Capsomeres are essential elements that combine to form the protective shell of a virus, which encases its genetic material and helps it infect host cells.