Helical Structure of Virus Model
Product Code : JC-BE-5220
The Helical Structure of Virus Model by Jaincolab is an enlarged biology teaching model illustrating helical symmetry in viruses, using the classic example of tobacco mosaic virus (TMV). Designed for microbiology, virology and plant pathology laboratories, this helical virus structure model demonstrates one of the two principal symmetry patterns seen in virus architecture.
In viruses with helical symmetry, identical protein subunits, known as capsomeres, arrange themselves in a repeating helical pattern around the nucleic acid genome, producing a rod-shaped or filamentous particle. Tobacco mosaic virus is the classic textbook example, in which a single strand of RNA is coated helically by several thousand identical coat protein subunits to form a rigid, rod-shaped virion. Helical symmetry is also seen in some enveloped animal viruses, where the helical nucleocapsid is enclosed within a lipid envelope. This Jaincolab biology equipment model presents the helical arrangement of protein subunits enlarged for classroom study.
Structures Depicted
| Structure | Description |
|---|---|
| Nucleic Acid Core | RNA (as in TMV) running through the center of the helix |
| Capsomeres | Identical protein subunits arranged helically around the genome |
| Overall Shape | Rigid, rod-shaped or filamentous virion |
Key Features
- Enlarged, accurate depiction of helical virus symmetry using the TMV example
- Highlights the repeating arrangement of protein capsomeres
- Durable, classroom ready construction for repeated laboratory use
- Manufactured by Jaincolab under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified quality systems
- Supplied to educational and medical institutions across India and internationally
Why Choose Jaincolab
Jaincolab is a trusted manufacturer, supplier and exporter of biology teaching models and laboratory equipment. Alongside the Helical Structure of Virus Model, we manufacture related virology teaching aids including the Rhabdo Virus Model and the Bacteriophage Virus Model. Explore our complete range of Biology Equipment for further teaching resources.
Applications
| Sector | Use |
|---|---|
| Microbiology and Virology Laboratories | Studying viral symmetry and capsid architecture |
| Plant Pathology and Botany Laboratories | Teaching plant virus structure using TMV |
| School and College Biology Laboratories | General virology curriculum teaching |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does the Helical Structure of Virus Model show?
It shows helical viral symmetry, using tobacco mosaic virus as the classic example of protein subunits arranged around a nucleic acid core.
Q2. What is a capsomere?
A capsomere is a protein subunit that assembles with others to form the outer coat, or capsid, of a virus.
Q3. Are all helical viruses plant viruses?
No, while TMV is a classic plant virus example, helical symmetry is also found in some enveloped animal viruses.
Q4. Who uses this teaching model?
It is used in microbiology, virology and plant pathology courses at schools, colleges and medical training institutes.
Q5. Does Jaincolab supply this model outside India?
Yes, Jaincolab supplies this model to educational institutions across India and internationally.
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To request pricing or place an order for the Helical Structure of Virus Model, please contact Jaincolab through our enquiry form or write to us at [email protected].
