Prion
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British pronunciation/pɹˈa‍ɪɒn/
American pronunciation/pɹˈaɪɑːn/

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a type of protein that can cause other proteins to fold incorrectly, leading to certain brain diseases

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Prion diseases can have serious effects on both humans and animals.
Prions are tiny proteins that can cause big problems in the brain.
The abnormal folding of proteins by prions can spread in the body.

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prion

prion

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Prion diseases can have serious effects on both humans and animals.
Prions are tiny proteins that can cause big problems in the brain.
The abnormal folding of proteins by prions can spread in the body.
When prions misfold, they make other proteins misfold too.
Mad Cow Disease is an example of a disease caused by prions.
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