The Process by Which Immune Cells Engulf and Then Destroy

question 63

Multiple Choice

The process by which immune cells engulf and then destroy bacteria is known as which of these terms?

• A) bactocydosis
• B) phagocytosis
• C) cytotoxicosis
• D) immunoglobinemia

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Definitions:

Aggressive Behavior

Actions intended to harm or intimidate others, which can be a response to a perceived threat or a means to assert dominance.

Passive Avoidance

A learning process in which an individual learns to refrain from certain behaviors to avoid a negative outcome.

Mild Punishing Stimuli

Stimuli that are not severely harmful or painful but are used to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring.

Strong Punishing Stimulus

A stimulus that significantly decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring by causing discomfort or distress when the behavior is exhibited.