Keratin Is an Important Aspect of Nonspecific Defense Because It

question 9

Multiple Choice

Keratin is an important aspect of nonspecific defense because it ________.

• A)is toxic to pathogens
• B)creates a physical barrier against pathogens
• C)destroys pathogens
• D)physically restricts pathogens to a specific region
• E)None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Sensory Input

The information that the brain receives from the senses, including sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, which it uses to understand the environment.

Perception

The process by which individuals interpret sensory information to make sense of their surroundings and experiences.

Vestibular Sense

A sensory system located in the inner ear that contributes to our sense of balance and spatial orientation.

Horizontal

Referring to a direction or plane that runs parallel to the ground or to the bottom of the page or screen.