Specific and Non-Specific Immune Responses Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Direct interaction with antigens to destroy them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of lymphocytes in the induction of immune response?

    <p>They recognize specific antigens and proliferate to increase their numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main topic of the provided text?

    <p>The types of body immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diseases are mentioned as examples of infections in the text?

    <p>Smallpox and measles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of intact skin as discussed in the text?

    <p>To prevent invasion of the body by pathogenic organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what does 'non-specific' mean?

    <p>Attempting to resist any danger or prevent any invasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the specific immune response become vital according to the text?

    <p>When non-specific mechanisms fail to prevent infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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