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by rolph 2299 days ago
one of the features of influenza is the neuraminidase protien [sialidase].

our cells have a "fuzz" of molecules around them refered to as a glycocalyx, and the influenza virus can digest its way through the glycocalyx, using the neuraminidase.

coronavirus doesnt have this feature to assist in fusion and entry.