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

question 56

Multiple Choice

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

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

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