The HIV virion is best described as a(n)

A. segmented RNA genome in an irregular polyhedron capsid with envelope.
B. unsegmented RNA genome in a helical capsid with an envelope.
C. unsegmented RNA genome in a long flexible helical capsid with envelope.
D. segmented RNA genome in an icosahedral capsid, without envelope.
E. segmented RNA genome in helical capsids and an envelope.


Answer: A

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