Immune System

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What is the single most important defense in the body?

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Skin

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Which cells are NOT part of Adaptive (specific) Immunity?

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Phagocytes

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What is an example of Artificial active immunity?

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Vaccination

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Which White Blood cells are involved in Innate Immunity?

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All of the above (Eosinophils, Basophils, Neutrophils)

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What does a mechanical barrier do?

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Releases mucus that traps pathogens.

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What is the role of B cells in the immune system?

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B cells produce antibodies that target specific antigens.

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What is the function of T cells in the immune response?

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T cells help in killing infected host cells and activating other immune cells.

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Define innate immunity.

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Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense, providing immediate but non-specific protection against pathogens.

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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 or vaccination, while passive immunity is acquired through antibodies from another source.

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What are phagocytes?

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Phagocytes are immune cells that engulf and digest pathogens and debris.