Which Non- Specific Defense Mechanism Is Mismatched with Its Associated

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which non- specific defense mechanism is mismatched with its associated body structure or body fluid?

• A) cerumen and sebum - ear
• B) lysozyme - tears and saliva
• C) keratin and tightly packed cells - skin
• D) mucociliary escalator - intestines
• E) very acidic pH- stomach

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