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GO: Biological Process

symbiont genome ejection through host cell envelope, short tail mechanism

Term ID
GO:0099002
Synonyms
  • viral genome ejection through host cell envelope, short tail mechanism
  • viral short tail ejection system
Definition
Entry of a symbiont's genome into the host cell through the host cell envelope via a short tail ejection system consisting a central tube, the connector which attaches the tail to the phage capsid and releases inner core proteins. Upon binding to the host cell surface, the phage displays a tube-like extension of its short tail that penetrates both host membranes. This tail extension comes from the release of viral core proteins with channel forming properties. Occurs in non-enveloped prokaryotic viruses. 22297513
References
  • VZ:3954
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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Phenotype
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