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This quiz contains 12 questions from a mix of 1 subtopics.

Name four types of cells or molecules that the immune system is capable of identifying.

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The immune system can identify pathogens due to proteins on their cell-surface known as .

antigens

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Inflammation occurs when blood vessels and their walls become more .

dilate
permeable

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Which substance is secreted by membranes lining the throat and nose to trap particles?

mucus

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True or False? The skin acts as both a physical and chemical barrier against pathogens. 

true

false

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Coughing, sneezing, vomiting and diarrhoea are examples of reflexes.

expulsive

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Which defence mechanisms are faster?

specific defences

non-specific defences

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Which of the following defence mechanisms are specific?

(Select all that apply)

humoral response

physical and chemical barriers

phagocytosis 

cellular response

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Are physical and chemical barriers specific or non-specific defences?

specific

non-specific

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Name the four types of pathogen.

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Illustration showing different types of pathogens including a virus and a bacterium.

What is a pathogen?

any factor that increases the risk of disease 

any organism that causes disease

a microorganism that can cause disease 

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Pathogens are microorganisms that can cause disease.

Are these diseases classed as communicable or non-communicable diseases? 

communicable diseases

non-communicable diseases

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