What is true regarding antigens?

A. The most effective antigens are small simple amino acid complexes.
B. Bacteria do not contain antigens.
C. A large antigen is likely to have many different epitopes, each of which can stimulate a distinct immune response.
D. An antigen is a molecule that promotes a general immune response.
E. Antigens can only be recognized by their lipid moieties.


Answer: C

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