Scientists consider prions to be “puzzling” proteins. Which of the following is true about prions?
A. Prions are proteins that are denatured more easily than most proteins.
B. Prions are noninfectious proteins.
C. Prions are infectious proteins that cannot be denatured by any amount of heat.
D. Prions are proteins that cause nearby proteins to change shape and become infectious.
Answer:D
Scientists consider prions to be “puzzling” proteins. Which of the following is true about prions?
A. Prions are proteins that are denatured more easily than most proteins. B. Prions are noninfectious proteins. C. Prions are infectious proteins that cannot be denatured by any amount of heat. D. Prions are proteins that cause nearby proteins to change shape and become infectious.