Question:
The proteinaceous infectious particles that cause infectious diseases are called
The proteinaceous infectious particles that cause infectious diseases are called
Updated On: Jun 18, 2022
- Viroid
- Prions
- Both A and B
- None of these
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The Correct Option is B
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Answer (b) Prions
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