Virions

Virions:-

> Virion is different from a virus. 

> It is nothing but a virus in an extracellular phase. 

> Furthermore, it is a fully furnished viral molecule consisting of DNA or RNA material. 

> It is also encapsulated by an external protein shell called a capsid. 

> Mostly, these virions are spherical or rod-shaped structures.

> They usually provide a safe passage from the initial host to the second host. 

> Also, they shield the genetic material from external damage.