Which Are Characteristics of Clonal Selection

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which are characteristics of clonal selection?

• A)The process is driven by hormones and does not require foreign antigens.
• B)The process involves antigens selecting those lymphocytes with compatible receptors.
• C)The process takes place in the primary (central) lymphoid organs (i.e., thymus and bone marrow).
• D)The process generates immature but immunocompetent T and B cells with receptors.

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