Immune System Flashcard

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What is the body's ability to destroy pathogens before they can cause disease called?

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Immunity

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What are the ways to spread infectious diseases?

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Touching contaminated objects, Not washing hands regularly, Being near infected people, All of these are ways.

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What are the 4 types of pathogens that could cause illness?

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Bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites.

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What is a function of the immune system?

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To fight off diseases with white blood cells.

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What type of lymphocyte produces proteins called antibodies?

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B-cell.

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What are pathogens?

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

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What is the role of white blood cells in the immune system?

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To identify and destroy pathogens.

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What is a vaccine?

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

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What is the inflammatory response?

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A reaction of the immune system to injury or infection, causing redness, heat, swelling, and pain.

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What is the difference between active and passive immunity?

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Active immunity is developed through exposure to pathogens, while passive immunity is acquired through antibodies from another source.