Biochemistry
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Author: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell, Owen M. McDougal
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Chapter 7, Problem 71RE
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The proteins involved in the formation of the destructive plaques found in Alzheimer’s disease are to be discussed.
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A neurodegenerative disease that has been mainly seen in old people that causes symptoms such as loss of memory, delusions and even changes in personality is known as Alzheimer’s disease. The brains of the individuals suffering from it shrink and also lose certain folds of the lobes.
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