Immunity Specific vs Non Specific

This type of immunity can be called nonspecific and refers to the bodies defenses that are present since birth.

• resistance

• adaptive immunity

• acquired immunity

• innate immunity

This type of immunity is acquired during one's lifetime. It is induced by antigens that invade the body.

• innate immunity

• adaptive immunity

• nonspecific immunity

• normal microbiota

A part of the innate immunity. The bodies defensive response caused by microbial infection, physical damage or chemical agents.

• phagocytosis

• edema

• cytotoxicity

• Inflammation

An organism that enters a life form and causes disease or sickness is a/an:

• macrophage
• pathogen
• vaccine
• flu

Which of the following is NOT part of the first line of defense?

• skin
• B cells
• stomach acid

• Mucus

Which type of immunity is found in plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates?

• innate (nonspecific)
• adaptive (specific)

Which type of immunity has memory?

• innate
• adaptive/acquired

The response to an infection. Causes the area to redden, swell, and feel warm.

• Fever

• Mucus

• Dilation

• Inflammation

Type of cell that defends the body against infectious disease:

• Thrombocyte

• Leukocyte

• Erythrocyte

• Red blood cell

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

A phagocyte or macrophage has what capability:

• Detect specific antigens

• Produce antibodies

• Engulf any materials considered 'non-self'

• Produce mucous