The Immune System Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which type of immunity is inborn or inherited?

Natural immunity (correct)
Acquired immunity
Passive acquired immunity
None of the above

What is a communicable disease?

A disease that cannot be spread from person to person
A disease caused by an infection that cannot be spread from person to person
A disease caused by an infection that can be spread from person to person or through contact with body fluids (correct)
A disease that can only be spread through contact with body fluids

How can natural immunity be strengthened?

By manipulating the immune system
By taking medication
By getting enough rest and maintaining a healthy diet (correct)
By receiving antibodies from another person

Which type of immunity is gained as a result of exposure to specific viruses or other pathogens?

Acquired immunity (B) Signup and view all the answers

When does passive acquired immunity occur?

During pregnancy when the fetus receives antibodies from the mother's placenta (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immunity allows the body to resist disease and prevents foreign bodies from causing infection?

Innate immunity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a communicable disease?

A condition caused by an infection that can be spread from person to person or through contact with body fluids (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between natural immunity and acquired immunity?

Natural immunity is inborn or inherited, while acquired immunity is gained as a result of exposure to specific viruses or other pathogens (A) Signup and view all the answers