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What defenses does the digestives system have against pathogens?
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The stomach (part of the digestive system) has a low pH (acidic), which kills pathogens.
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The body's main defense against pathogens is the?
the body's second line of defense against pathogens is the B cells.
Why is a person with AIDS more easily infected by pathogens than a person without AIDS?
The HIV virus attacks the defense system of the body. With AIDS, a person's defenses against pathogens are lowered, thereby making it easier for outside agents to attack the body.
System is your defense against pathogens?
immune
What of the human system is on defense against pathogens?
The immune system
Does bacteria help the respiratory system?
The respiratory system has a number of nonspecific defenses against disease. The hairs of the nose trap dust and pathogens. Mucus in the upper and lower respiratory system traps foreign bodies and pathogens. The cilia constantly move the mucus with this trapped material out of the system. The cough and sneeze reflexes also offer protection.
What are human bodies defenses against disease or microorganisms?
The immune system
What is a fact about the integumentary system?
It is the first line of defense against pathogens.
How do your bodies defend us against the pathogens that cause diseases?
the immune system
What is responsible for defending blood against the pathogens?
White blood cells ingest the pathogens to prevent them from harming the human body
What does the immune system normally do?
fight against illnesses
Why is an antigen important?
Antigens are important because they trigger responses to pathogens by the immune system. Without them, no prevention against pathogens would take place.
What is defenses does the digestive system have against pathogen?
saliva,enzymes,hydrochloric acid solution, and mucus.
