Which of the following is a cause of Alzheimer's disease?

Destruction of glial cells.

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Irregular flow of electric charges.

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Accumulation of an insoluble protein.

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Destruction of specialised ganglions.

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Solution

The correct option is C
Accumulation of an insoluble protein.

Alzheimer's disease is a nervous disorder that is caused by the accumulation of an insoluble protein in the neural tissues of the brain, which destroys the neurons. The symptoms of this disease include loss of memory, inability to recognize people and inability to do routine works. As of now, no cure exists but treatment and medication may improve health temporarily.

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