Which Structural Characteristic Makes the Palatine Tonsil Susceptible to Infection

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which structural characteristic makes the palatine tonsil susceptible to infection?

• A) Large size
• B) Deep crypts
• C) Septa capsule
• D) Germinal centers

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Definitions:

Infectious Disease

Illnesses caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that are transmitted directly or indirectly from one person to another.

Latent Infection

An infection that is present but not active or producing symptoms.

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system that recognize and neutralize foreign substances, such as bacteria and viruses.

Antigen

Any substance that causes the immune system to produce antibodies against it, which includes pathogens, foreign blood cells, and some toxins.