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 38.4, Problem 9LO
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To distinguish: The hypersensitive response and systemic acquired resistance.

Introduction: Instead of an immune system, the plants have some defense mechanisms that are used to defend themselves from the attack of the pathogenic and herbivorous enemies. They consist of an efficient innate immune system and acquired resistance that helps them to fight against local infections.

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