Potyviruses utilize inclusion bodies as a translational strategy to facilitate the processing of their large polyprotein. Specifically, nuclear inclusions in the Tobacco Etch Virus contain proteases that cleave this polyprotein, which is essential for the virus's replication and infection process. The role of these inclusion bodies is critical in enhancing the efficiency of viral protein production, thereby supporting the overall lifecycle of the virus. For further details, refer to the resources provided, including a chart on potyvirus proteins and a comprehensive study on the Tobacco Etch Virus.
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