Which of the Following Is the Definition of Clonal Selection

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the definition of clonal selection?

• A) The killing of antibody-coated target cells by natural killer cells, granulocytes, or macrophages.
• B) The process in which a lymphocyte's antigen receptor binds to an antigen, allowing the lymphocyte to multiply.
• C) The process that allows a B cell to change the antibody class it is programmed to make.
• D) The immune response that protects the mucous membranes, which involves secretory IgA.
• E) The generation of diversity in antigen specificity through rearrangement of gene segments.

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Definitions:

Genetic Information

Data regarding an individual's genes, gene mutations, or family genetic history, often used in predicting health issues and personal traits.

Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an individual or system in response to external or internal stimuli.

Nervous System

The complex network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating actions and sensory information.

Endocrine System

The endocrine system is an intricate network of glands and hormones that regulates many of the body's functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.