Question detail
What type of defence mechanism is the skin classified as?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Communicable diseases
Question
- A. Specific defence
- B. Non-specific defence
- C. Adaptive defence
- D. Cellular defence
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 skin as a non-specific defence system against pathogens and avoids the oversimplified distractors.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Skin Function
Students often describe the skin only as a physical barrier without mentioning its role in producing antimicrobial substances.
Emphasize that the skin not only acts as a barrier but also produces oils and sweat that contain antimicrobial properties, helping to prevent pathogen entry.
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