How are B cells activated, what events are involved in this process,and what happens after B cells are activated?

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Chapter17: The Immune System And Disease
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Problem 20CTQ: How do B and T cells differ with respect to antigens that they bind?
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How are B cells activated, what events are involved in this process,
and what happens after B cells are activated?

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Immunity refers to every mechanism of the body that helps to protect the body from harmful foreign agents called antigens. B cells, also known as B lymphocytes are the essential type of leukocytes taking part in the immune system.

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