Knowing the structure of the HIV tree allowed scientists to pinpoint which specific adaptation that allowed HIV to infect humans?

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The correct answer is C because the mutation in a gene that encodes the shell (capsid) of the virus is a key adaptation that allowed HIV to effectively infect human cells. This structural change is crucial for the virus's ability to evade the human immune system and establish infection.

Knowing the Structure of the HIV Tree Allowed Scientists to Pinpoint