Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 45.5, Problem 10LO
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To compare: Active and passive immunity and give examples for each.

Concept introduction: Immunity specifies the defense mechanisms carried out to protect the body from pathogens and other foreign substances that could harm the body by causing disease or are capable of altering the normal function of the system. There are two types of immunity, namely innate immunity that is inherited from the parents and acquired immunity that is gained over lifetime.

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