Many passengers on a cruise ship at sea are suffering from flulike symptoms.Which component of the immune system will protect the passengers from becoming sick from the same viral strain the next time they are exposed?

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Antibodies are produced by B cells in response to exposure to a specific pathogen. These antibodies recognize and bind to the pathogen, signaling the immune system to destroy it. Memory B cells can then quickly produce more antibodies if the same pathogen is encountered again, providing immunity.

Many Passengers on a Cruise Ship at Sea Are Suffering