Quiz on Protein Misfolding and Alzheimer's Disease

What is the main symptom of Alzheimer's disease?

• Enhanced memory

• Brain degeneration

• Improved cognitive function

• Increased physical strength

What can trigger protein misfolding according to the text?

• Proper folding

• Environmental or genetic events

• Increased protein synthesis

• Lack of amino acids

What is the relationship between protein misfolding and disease?

• Misfolding prevents disease

• Misfolding causes disease

• Misfolding has no effect on disease

• Misfolding cures disease

What is the significance of the diagram?

• It represents the process of photosynthesis.

• It shows the water cycle.

• It summarises the protein synthesis pathway

• It depicts the solar system.

What is the term used to describe highly ordered fibres of protein?

• Collagen

• Elastin

• Amyloid

• Keratin

What is the role of amyloid aggregates in neurodegenerative diseases?

• They enhance brain function

• They are harmless

• They are associated with disease symptoms

• They improve memory

What is the conclusion about fibrous protein deposits in the brains of sufferers?

• They are beneficial

• They cause disease symptoms

• They have no effect

• They improve brain function

What is the main reason for questioning the role of amyloid aggregates in disease?

• They are beneficial

• They are not the only factor

• They are too small

• They are too large

What type of imaging is used to detect amyloid deposits in the brain of Alzheimer's patients?

• MRI

• CT Scan

• PET

• Ultrasound

What is the challenge in understanding the cause of cell death in Alzheimer's disease?

• Identifying the amyloid fiber

• Understanding the toxic form of the protein

• Locating the brain region affected

• Measuring the brain size