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Why are hybridoma cells important in the production of monoclonal antibodies?
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MCQ
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Topic
Monoclonal antibodies (biology only) (HT only)
Question
- A. They can be used to create vaccines.
- B. They can divide indefinitely and produce specific antibodies.
- C. They enhance the immune response.
- D. They are easier to isolate than lymphocytes.
Answer
The correct option is They can divide indefinitely and produce specific antibodies. because it matches the approved biology in Producing monoclonal antibodies within Monoclonal antibodies (biology only) (HT only).
Explanation
The correct option is They can divide indefinitely and produce specific antibodies. because it stays accurate for Producing monoclonal antibodies in Monoclonal antibodies (biology only) (HT only). It matches the approved learning objective about explain that lymphocytes are combined with tumour cells to make hybridoma cells that can divide and produce antibodies and avoids the oversimplified distractors.
Common mistake
Confusion Between Cell Types
Students often confuse lymphocytes with other types of immune cells, leading to incorrect explanations of how hybridoma cells are formed.
To fix this, students should review the specific roles of lymphocytes in the immune system and understand their unique characteristics that allow them to be combined with tumour cells.
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