Immune system Flashcard

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What are antibodies and how do they function in the immune system?

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Antibodies are proteins that bind to specific antigens and mark them for destruction by other immune cells.

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Explain the difference between antigens and antibodies.

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Antigens trigger the immune response, while antibodies neutralize antigens.

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

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Memory cells recognize and respond to previously encountered pathogens.

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Explain how vaccines work to prevent infections.

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Vaccines introduce weakened or inactive pathogens to trigger the immune system to produce antibodies.

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What are the different types of vaccines and how are they produced?

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Made from dead or weakened form of the virus or bacteria, or by using specific parts of the pathogen to stimulate an immune response.

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Discuss the concept of herd immunity and its importance in immunization.

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Herd immunity is the protection of a population from a disease when a high percentage of the community is immune, either through vaccination or previous infections.

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Explain the process of immunization and its impact on public health.

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Immunization helps prevent the spread of diseases and protects public health.

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What are the potential risks and benefits of immunization?

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The potential risks include allergic reactions and the potential benefits include protection against serious diseases.

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Question# 9

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Option 2

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Question# 10
Options: Option 1, Option 2, Option 3, Option 4

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Option 2