Chapter 21: Q20. (page 532)
Which of the following is not associated with prions?
a. Replicating shapes
b. Mad cow disease
c. DNA
d. Toxic proteins
Short Answer
DNA is not associated with prions.
The correct option is C.
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Chapter 21: Q20. (page 532)
Which of the following is not associated with prions?
a. Replicating shapes
b. Mad cow disease
c. DNA
d. Toxic proteins
DNA is not associated with prions.
The correct option is C.
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In this section, you were introduced to different types of viruses and viral diseases. Briefly discuss the most interesting or surprising thing you learned about viruses.
A scientist discovers a new virus with a linear, RNA genome surrounded by a helical capsid. The virus is most likely a member of which family based on structure classification?
a. Rabies virus
b. Herpesviruses
c. Retroviruses
d. Influenza viruses
The observation that the bacteria genus Chlamydia contains species that can only survive as intracellular parasites supports which viral origin hypothesis?
a. Progressive
b. Regressive
c. Self-replicating
d. Virus-first
How are viroids like viruses?
Which statement is true?
a. A virion contains DNA and RNA.
b. Viruses are acellular.
c. Viruses replicate outside of the cell.
d. Most viruses are easily visualized with a light microscope.
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