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What was the main observation that led to the development of immunology as a discipline?
What was the main observation that led to the development of immunology as a discipline?
- The immune system plays a role in all diseases caused by intrinsic problems in the body.
- Vaccines were developed quickly to combat the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
- Individuals who recovered from certain infectious diseases were thereafter protected from the disease. (correct)
- Certain diseases caused massive deaths worldwide in past pandemics.
What is the meaning of the Latin word 'immunis', from which the term 'immunity' is derived?
What is the meaning of the Latin word 'immunis', from which the term 'immunity' is derived?
- To fight
- To protect
- To exempt (correct)
- To recover
How long does it typically take to develop and administer a vaccine?
How long does it typically take to develop and administer a vaccine?
- A decade (correct)
- A few months
- A couple of decades
- A few years
Who is the historian mentioned in the text who made observations related to the concept of immunity?
Who is the historian mentioned in the text who made observations related to the concept of immunity?
What is the role of the immune system, according to the text?
What is the role of the immune system, according to the text?
What is the significance of the COVID-19 pandemic mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the COVID-19 pandemic mentioned in the text?
What is the main focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
What is the main focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
What is the name of the course that Professor Himanshu Kumar is going to talk about?
What is the name of the course that Professor Himanshu Kumar is going to talk about?
What topics will be covered in the first part of the course?
What topics will be covered in the first part of the course?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
What is the main subject that Professor Himanshu Kumar teaches?
What is the main subject that Professor Himanshu Kumar teaches?
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