Definitions
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Prions.
Prions - as a noun
(microbiology) an infectious protein particle similar to a virus but lacking nucleic acid; thought to be the agent responsible for scrapie and other degenerative diseases of the nervous system
Example Sentences
"Scientists are studying the transmission of prions in order to develop treatments for prion diseases."
"Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) is caused by prions."
"The misfolded prions can induce normal proteins to convert into the infectious form."
"The presence of prions in the brain can be identified through specific diagnostic tests."
"The study of prions has greatly contributed to our understanding of protein folding and misfolding."
Word Game Points
Is PRIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is PRIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PRIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prions is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
