Which Non-Specific Defense Mechanism Is Mismatched with Its Associated Body

question 53

Multiple Choice

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

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

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