Heliobacter pylori is a species of bacteria that causes stomach ulcers. It does this by burrowing into the mucosal lining of the stomach and degrading it to form a hole. By doing so, what type of innate defense is it overcoming?
A. Inflammation
B. Mechanical barriers
C. Chemical barriers
D. Species resistance
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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