Coronavirus Structure
The structure of coronavirus has multiple parts. Inside the virus lies the genetic encoding that allows the virus to hijack human cells and turn them into virus factories. A protein encapsulates the genetic material known as the viral envelope. On the surface of the viral are S and HE proteins. The structure of 2019 novel coronavirus is a mutation.
The large S glycoproteins are used by the virus to gain entry to human cells. They most likely attach to Angiotensin converting enzyme 2 receptors on the cell membrane allowing the virus entry. The exact mechanism for this is not known. © Scientific Animations™