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What type of defence mechanism does the nose represent in the human body?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Communicable diseases

Question

  1. A. Specific defence
  2. B. Non-specific defence
  3. C. Adaptive immunity
  4. D. Cell-mediated immunity

Answer

The correct option is Non-specific defence because it matches the approved biology in Human defence systems within Communicable diseases.

Explanation

The correct option is Non-specific defence because it stays accurate for Human defence systems in Communicable diseases. It matches the approved learning objective about describe the nose as a non-specific defence system against pathogens and avoids the oversimplified distractors.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding the Nose's Role

Students often describe the nose only as a physical barrier without mentioning its additional functions.

Students should include that the nose also filters air through mucus and cilia, trapping pathogens and particles, which is essential for its role as a non-specific defence system.

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