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The immune system is a network of biological systems that protects an organism from ______
The immune system is a network of biological systems that protects an organism from ______
diseases
It detects and responds to a wide variety of ______, from viruses to parasitic worms
It detects and responds to a wide variety of ______, from viruses to parasitic worms
pathogens
As well as cancer cells and objects such as wood ______
As well as cancer cells and objects such as wood ______
splinters
Many species have two major subsystems of the immune system. The ______ immune system provides a preconfigured response to broad groups of situations and stimuli.
Many species have two major subsystems of the immune system. The ______ immune system provides a preconfigured response to broad groups of situations and stimuli.
The ______ immune system provides a tailored response to each stimulus by learning to recognize molecules it has previously encountered.
The ______ immune system provides a tailored response to each stimulus by learning to recognize molecules it has previously encountered.
Flashcards
Immune System
Immune System
The network of biological systems that protects an organism from harmful invaders, like bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
Pathogen
Pathogen
Any organism, such as a virus, bacterium, or parasite, that can cause disease in a host.
Innate Immune System
Innate Immune System
A pre-programmed defense system present from birth, ready to respond to a broad range of threats.
Adaptive Immune System
Adaptive Immune System
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Immune Memory
Immune Memory
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