Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Diseases and immunity

Diseases and immunity — practice question

Only lymphocytes have the genes for antibodies switched on.
(a)[2]

Define gene.

(b)[4]

Outline how antibodies help defend the body against pathogens.

(c)[4]

Complete Table 2.1 by giving the structure name and the letter that identifies it. The first row has already been completed for you.

(d)[2]

State the name of one cell type, other than a lymphocyte, that contributes to body defence against pathogens and describe its role.

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