Innate & Adaptive Immunity Learning Objectives

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Which component of innate immunity involves the production of sebum containing antimicrobial peptides and fatty acids?

  • Phagocytes
  • Mucous
  • Cilia
  • Anatomical Barrier (correct)

Which component of innate immunity is responsible for the killing of virus-infected cells and tumor cells?

  • Phagocytes
  • Complement protein
  • Normal resident flora
  • Natural killer (NK) cells (correct)

Which cell type serves as a vehicle in transporting antigens from the periphery to the lymphoid organs?

  • Dendritic cells (correct)
  • Macrophages
  • Neutrophils
  • Marginal-zone B cells

Which class of lymphocytes is found mostly in the peritoneal cavity and mucosal tissues?

<p>B-1 cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physiological function barrier of innate immunity inhibits the growth of some microbes due to normal body temperature?

<p>Normal body temperature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immunity is present right from birth?

<p>Innate immunity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of innate immunity?

<p>Acts slowly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of innate immunity in addition to host defense?

<p>Healing damaged tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'immunity' mean?

<p>Exemption from public service (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immunity is acquired during the course of life?

<p>Adaptive immunity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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