Microorganisms Interaction with the Immune System
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Why is the innate immune system described as nonspecific?

  • It acts quickly against any pathogen (correct)
  • It lacks anatomical barriers
  • It recognizes specific antigens
  • It doesn't require antibodies for defense
  • What is the main function of flagella-like phospholipase when microorganisms come into contact with Jimisai.ba?

  • Enable them to cause pathogenesis (correct)
  • Aid in expelling microbes
  • Act as a protective barrier
  • Induce a specific immune response
  • Which component plays a critical role as the first line of defense in the immune system?

  • Anatomical barriers (correct)
  • Dendritic cells
  • Macrophages
  • Antibodies
  • Why is the adaptive immune system considered more sophisticated than the innate immune system?

    <p>It has memory for specific antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Natural Killer cells in the immune system?

    <p>Destroy infected cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of immunity involves the presence of normal flora and humoral components?

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

    Why is the adaptive immune system considered more sophisticated than the innate immune system?

    <p>As it requires a specific recognition of antigens for activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of flagella-like phospholipase when microorganisms encounter Jimisai.ba?

    <p>Enabling the pathogen to cause pathogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component serves as an anatomical barrier in the immune system?

    <p>Connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Natural Killer cells in the immune system?

    <p>To recognize and eliminate cells infected by pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are antigen-antibody complexes significant in the immune system?

    <p>They facilitate the recognition and neutralization of antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell type monitors lymph fluid for signs of inflammation?

    <p>Dendritic cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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