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Which of the following diseases is caused by a prion?

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is caused by prions, which are misfolded proteins that damage the nervous system. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function, Topic: Structural organization and physiology.

What is the primary function of rebrospinal fluid (CSF)?

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cushions the brain and spinal cord while also removing metabolic waste. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Human Physiology - Digestion, Respiration, Circulation, Neural Control and Chemical Coordination, Topic: Organ system functions and hormonal regulation.