Specific vs Non-Specific Immune System Flashcards
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What is the main difference between the non-specific and specific immune responses?

  • The specific response does not generate long-term immunity
  • Both responses operate independently
  • The non-specific response can produce antibodies
  • The non-specific response acts quickly while the specific response acts later (correct)
  • What feature allows the specific immune response to provide long-term immunity?

    Production of memory cells

    The specific response involves the production of antibodies.

    True

    The non-specific immune response involves the production of antibodies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The non-specific immune response involves __________ barriers and inflammation.

    <p>skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common objective of both specific and non-specific immune responses?

    <p>To destroy foreign body cells and pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In both immune responses, cells can become antigen presenting cells.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Immune System Overview

    • The immune system comprises a specific (adaptive) response and a non-specific (innate) response to pathogens.

    Non-Specific Immune Response

    • Acts as the first line of defense and responds quickly to threats.
    • Includes physical barriers such as skin and mucous membranes, as well as inflammatory responses.
    • Does not involve the production of antibodies or memory cells.
    • Cell-mediated and humoral types of responses are part of this mechanism.

    Specific Immune Response

    • Acts later than the non-specific response but is highly targeted and effective.
    • Produces antibodies specific to pathogens, leading to long-term immunity through the formation of memory cells.
    • Memory cells remain in the bloodstream to provide faster responses upon re-exposure to the same pathogen.

    Comparisons Between Both Responses

    • Both immune responses aim to destroy foreign cells and pathogens, working together to ensure effective protection.
    • In both the specific and non-specific immune responses, some cells can function as antigen-presenting cells, which help trigger further immune activities.

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    Explore the key differences between the specific and non-specific immune systems with these informative flashcards. Learn how each response functions, their roles in immune defense, and what distinguishes them in terms of immunity and memory cell production.

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