Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 3RQ
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To determine: The three main functions of the immune system.
Introduction: The property of the body to fight against various diseases which are caused by microorganisms and generate an immune response is known as immunity. The immune system is made up of various components such as lymph node, spleen, bone marrow and many more.
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Chapter 24 Solutions
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Ch. 24.5 - Because antibodies are proteins, they are too...Ch. 24.7 - Prob. 2CCCh. 24.8 - How does the action of histamine on capillary...Ch. 24.8 - Prob. 4CCCh. 24.8 - Prob. 5CCCh. 24 - Prob. 1RQCh. 24 - Prob. 2RQCh. 24 - Prob. 3RQCh. 24 - Suppose a pathogen has invaded the body. What four...Ch. 24 - Define the following terms and explain their...
Ch. 24 - How are histiocytes, Kupffer cells, osteoclasts,...Ch. 24 - What is the mononuclear phagocytic system, and...Ch. 24 - Match each of the following cell types with its...Ch. 24 - Give examples of physical, mechanical, and...Ch. 24 - Prob. 10RQCh. 24 - Prob. 11RQCh. 24 - Prob. 12RQCh. 24 - Explain the terms stress, stressor, and general...Ch. 24 - Concept map: Map the following terms. You may add...Ch. 24 - Why do lymph nodes often swell and become tender...Ch. 24 - Compare and contrast the terms in the following...Ch. 24 - Compare active and passive immunity.Ch. 24 - Diagram and label the parts of an antibody...Ch. 24 - Diagram the steps in the process of inflammation.Ch. 24 - Prob. 20RQCh. 24 - Diagram the steps in the process of an allergic...Ch. 24 - Prob. 22RQCh. 24 - Prob. 23RQCh. 24 - Prob. 24RQCh. 24 - Prob. 25RQCh. 24 - Prob. 26RQ
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