Match the key immunization terms to their meanings.
-A majority of the population is vaccinated,and the spread of certain diseases is stopped

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Herd immunity refers to the phenomenon where a majority of the population is vaccinated, and the spread of certain diseases is stopped.

Answer: B 
 Acquired immunity refers to immunity that is obtained after exposure to a disease or through vaccination.

Answer: C 
 Active immunity is immunity that is produced by the body's own immune system in response to exposure to a disease or vaccination.

Answer: D 
 Passive immunity is immunity that is obtained from someone else, such as through the placenta during pregnancy or through the administration of antibodies.

Answer: A 
 Natural immunity refers to immunity that is obtained through natural exposure to a pathogen, such as getting the chickenpox and then gaining immunity to it.

Match the Key Immunization Terms to Their Meanings