Immunity and Vaccines Quiz
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What is the purpose of vaccines in relation to immunity?

  • To reduce the body's natural immunity response
  • To prevent infectious diseases by causing antibody formation (correct)
  • To enhance the body's production of white blood cells
  • To provide immediate immunity against all diseases
  • What is the primary characteristic of natural immunity?

  • It exists from birth and provides basic resistance to disease (correct)
  • It is acquired through vaccines and inoculations
  • It is developed in response to a specific disease
  • It is a temporary form of immunity
  • What is the main characteristic of acquired immunity?

  • It is not influenced by prior exposure to diseases
  • It is only temporary and fades over time
  • It involves the manufacture of antibodies against antigens in the body (correct)
  • It relies solely on the body's natural defense mechanisms
  • What is the difference between active and passive immunity?

    <p>Active immunity involves the manufacture of antibodies, while passive immunity involves receiving antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a toxoid vaccine work in relation to immunity?

    <p>It can cause antibody formation while having reduced toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of vaccine involves the use of weakened or dead microorganisms to stimulate antibody formation?

    <p>Toxoid vaccine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of natural immunity?

    <p>It exists from birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is acquired immunity acquired?

    <p>Through inoculation with toxoid or vaccine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of passive immunity?

    <p>To receive antibodies against antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of immunity involves the manufacture of antibodies against antigens in the body?

    <p>Acquired immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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