What makes a prion unique as an infectious particle?
What will be an ideal response?
Prions are the only know infectious agents that do not contain a nucleic acid molecule.
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When plants bend toward or away from a light source, what is this called and which type of light causes the response?
a. phytochromism, far red light b. photoperiodism, red light c. phototropism, blue light d. photosynthism, both red and blue light
Membrane proteins may function in
A) receiving extracellular signals. B) amphipathic modification. C) temperature control. D) protein manufacture. E) information storage.
Describe the different distinct forms that regions of proteins can have. Why are these forms so important?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is a key diagnostic indicator of infection with Mycobacterium leprae?
A. blister-like lesions B. a distinctive red rash that lasts for days C. pus-filled abscesses D. localized loss of the sense of touch E. severe inflammation with swelling