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Prions and Viroids

Potatoes infected by a viroid

Potatoes infected by a viroid

These potatoes have been infected by the potato spindle tuber viroid (PSTV). It is typically spread when infected knives are used to cut healthy potatoes, which are then planted.

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    "OpenStax College, Other Acellular Entities: Prions and Viroids. October 16, 2013."
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