Term Name:	viral genome maturation
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Definition:	The processes involved in creating a mature, stable viral genome. Begins after genome replication with a newly synthesized nucleic acid and ends when the genome is ready to be packaged. Includes the addition of proteins to the newly synthesized genome, and DNA repair processes.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0019070]    QuickGO    AmiGO