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What are viroids and prions ? Where are ...

What are viroids and prions ? Where are they found and what role they play ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Viroids**: - Viroids are small, circular pieces of single-stranded RNA that lack a protein coat. They are the smallest known infectious agents and consist solely of nucleic acid. **Hint**: Remember that viroids are made only of RNA and do not have any protein components. 2. **Location of Viroids**: ...
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