Prion (PrPc) is a (A)___________ protein that has a cytoprotective role. PrPsc has an ability to convert PrPc into PrPsc, and forms aggregation through stacking of its (B)____________.

a. (A) GPI anchored membrane, (B) B-sheet
b. (A) seven-transmembrane, (B) B-sheet
c. (A) GPI anchored membrane, (B) a-helix
d. (A) seven-transmembrane, (B) A-helix


Answer: a. (A) GPI anchored membrane, (B) B-sheet

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