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What type of white blood cells roam through tissues and body cavities to engulf and dispose of pathogens?
What type of white blood cells roam through tissues and body cavities to engulf and dispose of pathogens?
- Motile cells
- Lymphocytes
- Antibodies
- Phagocytes (correct)
What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune system?
What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune system?
- To produce pathogens
- To move through the body
- To break down sugars and cellulose
- To mark pathogens for destruction (correct)
What is the result of experiencing a pathogen and producing antibodies?
What is the result of experiencing a pathogen and producing antibodies?
- You develop a spinal cord
- You become more susceptible to diseases
- You produce more pathogens
- You become immune to the disease (correct)
What is the term for microorganisms that reside in the digestive system and prevent the growth of pathogens?
What is the term for microorganisms that reside in the digestive system and prevent the growth of pathogens?
What is a characteristic that is common to almost all animals?
What is a characteristic that is common to almost all animals?
What are three characteristics of all vertebrates?
What are three characteristics of all vertebrates?