The Type of Immune Mechanism That Provides a General Defense

question 48

Multiple Choice

The type of immune mechanism that provides a general defense by acting against anything recognized as "not self" is called:

• A) nonspecific immunity.
• B) specific immunity.
• C) autoimmune.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Organ

Structure formed by the organization of two or more different tissue types that carries out specific functions.

Small Intestine

A long, coiled section of the digestive tract where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Stomach

A muscular organ in the gastrointestinal tract that breaks down food through mechanical movements and the secretion of acids and enzymes.

Blood Calcium

Refers to the level of calcium in the blood, which is crucial for various physiological functions including bone health, muscle contractions, and blood clotting.