Immune system
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- Q1What is the process by which the immune system remembers past infections and can respond more rapidly in the future?readingsleepingexercisingimmunological memory30s
- Q2The primary function of the immune system is to protect the body from ______infectionshungerhomeworknoise30s
- Q3White blood cells are a key component of the ______ systemrespiratorydigestiveimmunenervous30s
- Q4Which part of the immune system produces antibodies to fight off infections?B cellsT cellsPlateletsRed blood cells30s
- Q5What is the main function of T cells in the immune system?filterabsorbrecognizedigest30s
- Q6What is the first line of defense in the immune system that acts as a physical barrier against pathogens?hairteethnailsskin30s
- Q7Which type of white blood cell engulfs and digests pathogens in the body?neuronplateletmacrophagered blood cell30s
- Q8What is the purpose of a vaccine?To stimulate the immune system and protect against specific diseasesTo treat existing medical conditionsTo cause illness in the bodyTo weaken the immune response30s
- Q9Which vaccine is commonly given to protect against the flu?Polio vaccineInfluenza vaccineRabies vaccineYellow fever vaccine30s
- Q10Why are vaccinations important for public health?They increase the risk of illnessThey are expensive to produceThey cause allergic reactionsThey help prevent the spread of infectious diseases30s
- Q11Which of the following is a common side effect of vaccinations?Increased appetiteImproved visionSoreness at the injection siteDecreased heart rate30s
- Q12Which of the following is not considered one of the 3 lines of defense against disease?Mucous membranesIntact skinTaking medicineWhite blood cells30s
- Q13Which line of defense involves the use of white blood cells to identify and destroy pathogens in the body?Fourth line of defenseThird line of defenseFirst line of defenseSecond line of defense30s
- Q14What is the first line of defense against disease that acts as a physical barrier to prevent pathogens from entering the body?Intact skinAntibioticsVaccinesAntioxidants30s
- Q15Which line of defense involves the rapid response of phagocytes, such as macrophages, to engulf and destroy pathogens in the body?Third line of defenseFirst line of defenseSecond line of defenseFourth line of defense30s