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  1. Define a pathogen.
  2. Outline the three lines of defense the body has against invasion.
  3. Describe the anatomy and life cycle of bacteria.
  4. Describe a virus.
  5. Describe a prion.
  6. Describe the functions of the lymphatic system.
  7. Outline the pathway of the lymphatic vessels.
  8. List the functions of the primary and secondary lymphatic organs.
    Describe the nonspecific defenses of the body and label each as physical, chemical, or cellular.
  9. List the characteristics of an inflammatory response.
  10. Describe how specific defense works.
  11. Compare and contrast B cells and T cells and their functions.
  12. Define the clonal selection model.
  13. Describe the structure and classes of antibodies.
  14. Describe how active immunity provides protection against infectious diseases.
  15. Describe how passive immunity provides protection against infectious diseases.
  16. Define a monoclonal antibody.
  17. Outline the steps in an allergic response.
  18. Describe the process of tissue rejection.
  19. List several disorders of the immune system and their causes.
  20. Understand and use the bold-faced and italicized terms included in this chapter.





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