Which of the following is true? I. Prions are a unique parasitic species unrelat
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Question
Which of the following is true? I. Prions are a unique parasitic species unrelated to all other parasites. II. Since they are transferred through the consumption of infected meat, prions are technically classified as an ectoparasite. III. Prions cause loss of brain function.A. I only B. II only C. III only D. I and II E. II and III Which of the following is true? I. Prions are a unique parasitic species unrelated to all other parasites. II. Since they are transferred through the consumption of infected meat, prions are technically classified as an ectoparasite. III. Prions cause loss of brain function.
A. I only B. II only C. III only D. I and II E. II and III Which of the following is true? I. Prions are a unique parasitic species unrelated to all other parasites. II. Since they are transferred through the consumption of infected meat, prions are technically classified as an ectoparasite. III. Prions cause loss of brain function.
A. I only B. II only C. III only D. I and II E. II and III
Explanation / Answer
option b is correct
prions are proteinaceous infectious particles which always occurs as a parasite. most of the prions are endoparasite and transfers by aerosols.
Prion affects the brain cells and and cause damage to them. due to this brain losses its normal functioning.