Which of the Following Is NOT a Protection the Body's

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a protection the body's inner surfaces use against penetration by harmful microorganisms?

• A) thick stratified epithelial layers that prevent penetration
• B) sticky mucus that traps microorganisms
• C) lysozyme that kills bacteria
• D) cilia that sweeps away microorganims
• E) all of these are protection against penetration by harmful microorganims

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Definitions:

Basidiomycota

A division of fungi characterized by producing spores on basidia.

Lichen

A compound organism consisting of one or more symbiotic fungi and an alga or cyanobacterium.

Fungus

A kingdom of spore-producing organisms that feeds on organic matter, including molds, yeast, mushrooms, and toadstools.

Photoautotroph

Organisms that carry out photosynthesis, using light energy to synthesize organic compounds from inorganic substances.