When an antibody is covering a foreign microorganism,complement may be activated via the ________ pathway.

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The classical pathway of complement activation is initiated when antibodies, specifically the Fc region of IgG or IgM, bind to a foreign microorganism. This triggers the activation of complement proteins, leading to the formation of a membrane attack complex and destruction of the microorganism.

When an Antibody Is Covering a Foreign Microorganism,complement May Be