Physical barriers that help prevent an individual from contracting diseases include __________.

Physical barriers block pathogens from entering the body. Skin and mucous membranes form protective coverings, while tears and sweat help wash microbes away. White blood cells are part of the immune response, and enzymes and stomach acid act as chemical defenses, so the best choice is “sweat, tears, skin, and mucus membranes.”

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