The Immune System Answers

What is the function of the immune system?

Use the drop-down menus to determine whether the following barriers are physical, chemical, or biological. physicalchemicalbiologicallysozyme

physicalchemicalbiologicalskin

physicalchemicalbiologicalphagocytes

physicalchemicalbiologicalLangerhans cells

physicalchemicalbiologicalacid and oil secretions

physicalchemicalbiologicalsneezing or coughing

A is an agent that can cause infections and diseases.

The complement system is a [___] barrier of the immune system.

phagocytesB lymphocytesT Helper cellsactivate memory cells

specific responsenonspecific response uses memory cells to fight off an infection from a pathogen

truefalseWhen the body has a weakened immune system, the production of antibodies is increased.

What is it called when the body’s immune system attacks its healthy cells, mistaking them for pathogens?

Which of the following best describes why someone with an immunodeficiency disorders may get sick more easily than someone without the disorder?

You hear a commercial on the radio for a brand-new medicine guaranteed to boost immunity. Which source is the least likely to provide accurate information about this product?

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Determine whether the statements below are true or false.

The complement system is a group of [___] in the blood that detect pathogens that have entered the body.

phagocytesB lymphocytesT Helper cellsengulf and digest pathogens

specific responsenonspecific response evident by a sneeze, cough, fever, or other physical symptom