Tears, saliva, and vaginal secretions are rich in ________ and that break down and destroy many microorganisms.

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Tears, saliva, and vaginal secretions contain antibodies and enzymes, which are proteins that can break down and destroy many microorganisms. Macrophages, killer T-cells, lymphocytes, neutrophils, histamines, and antigens are all components of the immune system, but they are not present in tears, saliva, and vaginal secretions in significant amounts.

Tears, Saliva, and Vaginal Secretions Are Rich in ________ and That