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in the replication process of viruses, viruses use ______________ to attach to their host cells at molecules on the cell called viral receptors.
glycoproteins
capsids
virions
macrophages
Glycoproteins are proteins with carbohydrate chains attached. In viral replication, viral glycoproteins bind specifically to viral receptors (usually proteins or glycoproteins) on host cells. Capsids are the protein coats of viruses that enclose the genetic material. Virions are complete virus particles. Macrophages are a type of white blood cell involved in the immune system, not a viral component for attachment.
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