Animal Responses (HSC SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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Which characteristic describes innate immunity?
Which characteristic describes innate immunity?
Non-specific, present at birth
What is an antigen?
What is an antigen?
A molecule recognized as foreign
What does the lymphatic system filter from lymph?
What does the lymphatic system filter from lymph?
Pathogens, debris & cancer cells
Which white blood cells are first to move to infection sites?
Which white blood cells are first to move to infection sites?
Neutrophils
What is the approximate pH of skin due to sebum and sweat?
What is the approximate pH of skin due to sebum and sweat?
5.5 (acidic)
Which is NOT a cardinal sign of inflammation?
Which is NOT a cardinal sign of inflammation?
Infection
What pH range does stomach acid create?
What pH range does stomach acid create?
1-2 (highly acidic)
What is phagocytosis?
What is phagocytosis?
Cells surrounding & destroying pathogens
How many soluble proteins comprise the complement system?
How many soluble proteins comprise the complement system?
Around 20
What is the normal average human body temperature regulated by the hypothalamus?
What is the normal average human body temperature regulated by the hypothalamus?
37°C