DNA and immunity

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What is the main purpose of the immune system?

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Protect the body from pathogens.

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What is an antigen?

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A substance that triggers an immune response, often found on the surface of pathogens.

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What are antibodies?

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Proteins produced by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.

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How many nucleotides code for 1 amino acid?

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3 nucleotides.

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What type of bond joins nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds.

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What is DNA?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information.

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What is the role of T-cells in the immune system?

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T-cells help to identify and destroy infected cells.

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What is the function of B-cells?

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B-cells produce antibodies to fight infections.

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What is a pathogen?

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An organism that causes disease, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi.

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What is the difference between innate and adaptive immunity?

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Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense, while adaptive immunity develops a specific response to pathogens.