Prions are
A. viral-infected cells.
B. proteins coded by genes.
C. viral nucleic acids integrated into the host chromosomes.
D. strands of nucleic acids encased in a protein coat.
E. infectious proteins with no associated nucleic acid.
Answer: E
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