What Are Prions

question 11

Multiple Choice

What are prions?

• A) mobile segments of DNA
• B) tiny circular molecules of RNA that can infect plants
• C) viral DNA that attaches itself to the host genome and causes disease
• D) misfolded versions of normal proteins that can cause disease

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Definitions:

Polyandry

A mating system in which a female has multiple male partners during a breeding season.

Polyandrous Females

Females that mate with multiple males during a breeding season, often to increase genetic diversity of their offspring.

Polygyny

A mating system in which one male mates with multiple females, often leading to complex social structures and competitive behaviors among males.

Female Behavior

A broad term describing the actions or reactions of female individuals of a species, often studied in the context of mating, parental care, and social interactions.