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Identify how the physical barriers of the immune system protect the body against pathogens. Check all that apply.

A
your nose produces oil to keep pathogens from entering the body through your nose
B
skin contains tightly packed cells
C
skin is tough, flexible, and waterproof
D
you cough when a pathogen enters your mouth
E
you sneeze when a pathogen enters your nose
3

Identify the nonspecific immune response described.

A
Fever
B
Inflammation
C
Phagocytes
D
Skin
4

Identify the nonspecific immune response described.

A
Fever
B
Inflammation
C
Phagocytes
D
Skin
6

What is the role of lysozyme?

A
produces an antiviral substance
B
breaks down the cell wall of bacteria
C
destroy viruses that enter the body
7

What is the role of Langerhans cells?

A
prevent pathogens from entering the body using antibacterial agents
B
destroy pathogens that enter the body using white blood cells
C
identify pathogens that enter the body and carry them to lymph nodes for destruction
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immune system overreacts to an antigen

A
immunodeficiency disorders
B
cancers
C
allergic disorders
D
autoimmune disorders
15

part of the immune system does not function properly

A
immunodeficiency disorders
B
cancers
C
allergic disorders
D
autoimmune disorders
17

the body's immune system attacks its healthy cells, mistaking them for pathogens

A
immunodeficiency disorders
B
cancers
C
allergic disorders
D
autoimmune disorders
19

masses of cells form and steal nutrients from healthy cells

A
immunodeficiency disorders
B
cancers
C
allergic disorders
D
autoimmune disorders

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