Ergot and aflatoxin are toxins sometimes found in grains contaminated with fungi. O True O False QUESTION 99 Superantigens exert their damaging effects by O forming harmful antibody aggregates. O causing the massive and non-specific release of cytokines by T cells. O killing large numbers of phagocytic cells. O All of the choices are correct. QUESTION 100 Biofilms provide pathogens with an adhesion mechanism and aid in resistance to antimicrobial agents. O True O False

Ergot and aflatoxin are toxins sometimes found in grains contaminated with fungi. O True O False QUESTION 99 Superantigens exert their damaging effects by O forming harmful antibody aggregates. O causing the massive and non-specific release of cytokines by T cells. O killing large numbers of phagocytic cells. O All of the choices are correct. QUESTION 100 Biofilms provide pathogens with an adhesion mechanism and aid in resistance to antimicrobial agents. O True O False

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

15th Edition

ISBN:9781337408332

Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

Chapter37: Immunity

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