Immune System

Front

Cover your mouth when you ________ or cough.

Back

sneeze

Front

Which of the following systems protects the body from disease?

Back

Immune System

Front

An example of a noninfectious disease is:

Back

Diabetes

Front

Which are germs?

Back

all of them

Front

If you have an open wound, you should cover it with a ________.

Back

bandage

Front

What is the main function of the immune system?

Back

To protect the body from diseases and infections.

Front

What are pathogens?

Back

Microorganisms that can cause disease, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi.

Front

What is a vaccine?

Back

A substance that stimulates the immune system to produce immunity to a specific disease.

Front

What is the difference between infectious and noninfectious diseases?

Back

Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens and can be spread from person to person, while noninfectious diseases are not caused by pathogens and cannot be spread.

Front

What role do white blood cells play in the immune system?

Back

They help fight infections and protect the body against pathogens.