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Theoretically,an Individual B Cell Could Express Any Combination of Light

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Theoretically,an individual B cell could express any combination of light chain and heavy chain polypeptides to produce one of 10 antibody complexes.How does this seemingly limited production of antibodies protect us from the tens of millions of foreign antigens we encounter through our lives?


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Biological, Chemical

Terms that describe processes or substances related to living organisms (biological) and interactions involving substances in and changes to matter (chemical).

Physical Processes

Natural phenomena or sequences of events involving change in the physical properties of matter or energy.

Cation Exchange

A process where cations are exchanged between a solution and a cation exchange material, often soil or resin.

Humus Formation

The process by which dead organic matter decomposes into humus, a dark, organic material that improves soil fertility and structure.

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