Why Must a Pathogen Attach Itself to Target Tissues in the Body

question 42

Multiple Choice

Why must a pathogen attach itself to target tissues in the body?

• A) without attachment, the pathogen may be washed away by body fluids such as tears, urine and sweat
• B) so it can begin the toxin and enzyme secretion that causes host damage
• C) to prevent antibody attack
• D) pathogen attachment encourages binary fission

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