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What is the function of mucous secretions in preventing invasion by organisms?
What is the function of mucous secretions in preventing invasion by organisms?
- They moisten the surfaces and entrap organisms. (correct)
- They destroy infective agents chemically.
- They neutralize the infective agent.
- They act by mechanical action to engulf the invading organism.
What are the characteristics of inflammation as a non-specific defence mechanism?
What are the characteristics of inflammation as a non-specific defence mechanism?
- Coolness, swelling, and numbness.
- Redness, hotness, swelling, and pain. (correct)
- Coolness, warmth, and swelling.
- Redness, coldness, and pain.
How does the complement system contribute to preventing invasion of organisms?
How does the complement system contribute to preventing invasion of organisms?
- It helps in the increase in production of white blood cells.
- It destroys engulfed organisms by direct interaction with antigens.
- It acts by mechanical action to entrap the invading organisms.
- It coats the organisms, leading to destruction of engulfed organisms. (correct)
What is the function of T-lymphocytes (T-cells) in cell-mediated immunity?
What is the function of T-lymphocytes (T-cells) in cell-mediated immunity?
What is the role of lymphocytes in the induction of immune response?
What is the role of lymphocytes in the induction of immune response?
What is the main topic of the provided text?
What is the main topic of the provided text?
Which diseases are mentioned as examples of infections in the text?
Which diseases are mentioned as examples of infections in the text?
What is the purpose of intact skin as discussed in the text?
What is the purpose of intact skin as discussed in the text?
In the context of the text, what does 'non-specific' mean?
In the context of the text, what does 'non-specific' mean?
Why does the specific immune response become vital according to the text?
Why does the specific immune response become vital according to the text?
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