Which of the Following Is NOT a Natural Defense Barrier

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a natural defense barrier against infection of the small intestine?

• A)large numbers of resident microbes
• B)bile salts
• C)peristalsis
• D)mucus
• E)antimicrobial peptides

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