The process by which the surface of a microorganism is covered with antibodies and complement, rendering it more likely to be phagocytized, is called
A) neutralization.
B) opsonization.
C) agglutination.
D) antigen presentation.
E) sensitization.
Answer: B
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a. a 40-year old man who weighs 185 pounds, has a cholesterol level of 250 mg/dL, and does have a history of atherosclerosis b. a 40-year old woman who weighs 200 pounds has a cholesterol level of 235 mg/dL c. a 40 year old woman who weighs 135 pounds, has a total cholesterol level of 150 mg/dL, and does not have a history of atherosclerosis d. none of these individuals needs to modify his or her daily activities.
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a. natural active immunity b. natural passive immunity c. artificial active immunity d. artificial passive immunity
The humerus articulates with all of the following bones except the
A. clavicle. B. ulna. C. scapula. D. radius. E. all of these bones articulate with the humerus.
The main function of the respiratory system is to ________
A) transport oxygen, nutrients, and wastes to and from body cells and tissues B) produce sperm and eggs C) supply the body with oxygen and remove carbon dioxide D) control body activities through hormones released into the blood E) break down food and deliver the products to the blood for dispersal