Components of the First Line of Defense Include All the Following

question 57

Multiple Choice

Components of the first line of defense include all the following, except

• A)the tough cell sheet of the upper epidermis of the skin.
• B)nasal hairs.
• C)flushing action of tears and blinking.
• D)flushing action of urine.
• E)phagocytic white blood cells.

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Definitions:

Columbian Expeditions

Voyages led by Christopher Columbus that reached the Americas in the late 15th century, marking the beginning of European exploration and colonization.

Catholic Church

The largest Christian church, led by the Pope, with a worldwide membership of over a billion people, known for its traditions, doctrines, and influence in global affairs.

South America

A continent located in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere, with a rich diversity of cultures, climates, and ecosystems.

Taino Indians

Indigenous peoples of the Caribbean who were among the first to encounter Christopher Columbus in 1492.