The occlusion bodies of baculovirus consist of a single protein.Which of the following is this protein?

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The protein found in the occlusion bodies of baculovirus is polyhedrin, which is a major component of the polyhedral occlusion bodies, also known as polyhedra. These polyhedra protect the virus during periods of environmental stress, such as when the host insect sheds their cuticle or during adverse temperatures.

The Occlusion Bodies of Baculovirus Consist of a Single Protein