AIPMT PRELIMS2010Zoology-Biological Classification
AIPMT PRELIMS 2010 Zoology Prions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Infectious proteins are present in
A
Satellite viruses
B
Gemini viruses
C
Prions
D
Viroids
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Infectious proteins are present in prions. Prions contain only the protein coat of the virus and are responsible for diseases in human beings. Example, prions cause Kuru’s disease, CJD, Scrapie and Bovine spongiform encephalopathy.
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