The Misshapen Version of a Protein That Causes Properly Folded

question 37

Multiple Choice

The misshapen version of a protein that causes properly folded proteins to misfold is called a ________.

• A)virus
• B)prion
• C)viroid
• D)capsid

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Definitions:

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by carefulness, diligence, and the desire to do a task well.

Punctual

The quality of being on time to appointments or obligations, reflecting a respect for other people's time as well as one's own.

Five-Factor Model

A theory identifying five primary dimensions of personality: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by thoroughness, carefulness, and the desire to do a task well.