Keratin Is an Important Aspect of Nonspecific Defense Because It

question 9

Multiple Choice

Keratin is an important aspect of nonspecific defense because it ________.

• A)is toxic to pathogens
• B)creates a physical barrier against pathogens
• C)destroys pathogens
• D)physically restricts pathogens to a specific region
• E)None of the choices are correct.

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Production Possibilities Curve

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