Polio Virus (IMAGE)

University of Leeds

Polio Virus

Caption

This is the structure of polio virus as determined by X-ray crystallography -- in case it’s of use. The virus particle is 30 nm in diameter (one thirty millionth of a centimeter).

Credit

James Hogle, Harvard University

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.