Amyloid Plaques

question 46

Multiple Choice

Amyloid plaques:

• A)are collapsed proteins that normally hold neurons in place and transport nutrients.
• B)first accumulate in the hippocampus of Alzheimer's patients.
• C)are present in Alzheimer's patients but not in adults with Down syndrome.
• D)may be evidence of the brain's attempt to isolate and protect against damaging types of beta-amyloid.

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