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MIC 121 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND STRUCTURE OF VIRUSES Objective Question

Question

Which disease is specifically mentioned as being caused by prions?
Options
A Potato spindle tuber disease
B Influenza
C Transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE)
Correct Answer
D Hepatitis B
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states: 'Prions cause various forms of transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) in human and animals.'

Hint

Search for the disease associated with prions in the 'Prions' section.

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