Which of the following diseases is caused by a prion? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following diseases is caused by a prion?
A. Influenza
B. Polio
C. Rabies
D. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, fatal brain disorder caused by misfolded prion proteins (PrP^Sc), which are infectious protein particles lacking nucleic acid. Rabies, polio, and influenza are caused by viruses. Prions cause spongiform encephalopathies like mad cow disease (BSE).

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Biology Questions

Question #1
Cytokinins are primarily involved in:
A. Stomatal closure
B. Root elongation
C. Cell division and delaying senescence
D. Fruit ripening

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Cytokinins are plant hormones that primarily promote cell division (cytokinesis) in the presence of auxins. They are also crucial in delaying senescence (aging) of leaves by helping to maintain protein and nucleic acid content, a phenomenon known as the Richmond-Lang effect. They are synthesized mainly in root apices.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #2
Human skin color is a classic example of:
A. Mendelian inheritance
B. Pleiotropy
C. Polygenic inheritance
D. Linkage

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Polygenic inheritance occurs when a single phenotypic trait is controlled by two or more different genes at different loci, each having an additive effect. Human skin color, height, and eye color are controlled by multiple genes (e.g., at least three genes for skin color). This results in a continuous range of phenotypes, forming a bell-shaped curve in a population.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #3
In poultry farming, the term 'broilers' refers to birds raised for:
A. Ornamental purposes
B. Egg production
C. Meat production
D. Feathers

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Broilers are chickens bred and raised specifically for meat, reaching market weight in 6-8 weeks. Layers are hens raised for egg production. Broilers require high-protein diet and management to maximize growth. Poultry farming is an important sector for protein supply. Some breeds like Rhode Island Red are dual-purpose. Cobb and Ross are popular broiler strains.

This question belongs to: Science Biology