Alteration of the ________ Structure of a Protein Can Transform

question 1

Multiple Choice

Alteration of the ________ structure of a protein can transform the protein into an infectious agent known as a prion.

• A) primary
• B) secondary
• C) tertiary
• D) quaternary

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Definitions:

Contamination

The presence of an unwanted substance or material that makes something impure, unsafe, or infected.

Orderliness

A personality trait characterized by a desire for neatness, predictability, and organization in one's environment and activities.

Violence

The intentional use of physical force or power, threatened or actual, that either results in or has a high likelihood of resulting in injury, death, psychological harm, maldevelopment, or deprivation.

Sexuality

A complex integration of biological, emotional, social, and psychological factors that influence an individual's sexual feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.