What Term Is Used to Describe Invading Bacteria, Viruses, and Other

question 50

Multiple Choice

What term is used to describe invading bacteria, viruses, and other organisms that cause illness?

• A) lymphocytes.
• B) pathogens.
• C) phagocytes.
• D) antigens.

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Definitions:

Somatoform

Disorders characterized by physical symptoms that suggest illness or injury, but which cannot be fully explained by a general medical condition.

Bodily Ailment

Refers to any physical illness, disorder, or condition affecting the body.

Physical Cause

An underlying bodily reason for a symptom or phenomenon, often contrasted with psychological explanations.

Identical Twin

Monozygotic twins who develop from a single fertilized egg, sharing 100% of their genes.