Which System in the Human Body Maintains Health by Recognizing

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which system in the human body maintains health by recognizing and destroying pathogens that produce disease?

• A) the endocrine system
• B) the hormonal system
• C) the immune system
• D) the central nervous system

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Definitions:

Cortex

The outer layer of various organs or body structures, such as the brain, kidneys, and hair.

Epidermis

The outer layer of cells covering an organism, particularly the surface layer of skin or leaves in plants, acting as a protective barrier against environmental stress.

Lateral Roots

Secondary roots that grow out from the main root of a plant, contributing to the stability and water/nutrient absorption capabilities of the plant.

Pericycle

A layer of cells found just inside the endodermis of plant roots, important for initiating lateral root growth.