Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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ISBN: 9780393615098
Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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Chapter 24.1, Problem 1TQ
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The reciprocation of specific immune response to amino acid stretches of 3D antigen.
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The immune system of a host is comprised of various biological structures and processes that help in protection against diseases. It consists of major parts like bone marrow, thymus, lymphatic system, complement system, and spleen. There are two types of immunities that are provided by the immune system.
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Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Ch. 24.1 - Prob. 1TQCh. 24.1 - Prob. 2TQCh. 24.1 - Prob. 3TQCh. 24.2 - Prob. 1TQCh. 24.2 - Prob. 2TQCh. 24.2 - Prob. 3TQCh. 24.2 - Prob. 4TQCh. 24.2 - Prob. 5TQCh. 24.3 - Prob. 1TQCh. 24.3 - Prob. 2TQ
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