Skin Is Able to Prevent Most Microorganisms from Entering the Body

question 56

Multiple Choice

Skin is able to prevent most microorganisms from entering the body by

• A) producing alkaline secretions.
• B) having keratin in the uppermost layer.
• C) production of antibodies.
• D) the adhesion junction in the skin preventing bacteria from entering.
• E) releasing macrophages on the skin surface.

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