Immune System

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The purpose of the immune system is to...

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fight off sickness

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The immune system is made up of ....

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tissues, cells, organs

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Another name for white blood cells is ....

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Leukocytes

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The four main types of germs are:

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viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi

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Getting these when you're young helps your immune system fight off diseases: stickers, shots (immunizations), bandages, cough drops.

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shots (immunizations)

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Immune

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that you are protected

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Where are lymph nodes found?

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Neck, armpits, groin (all of the above)

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When someone's immune system overreacts to something harmless it's called ....

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an allergy

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Which of the following will not help your immune system?

• playing sports video games
• eating healthy food
• exercising
• regularly washing your hands

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playing sports video games

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What is the term for a strong response to a harmless antigen in the environment?

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An allergy