Clonal selection of lymphocytes involves the production of
A) eosinophils and basophils
B) effector cells and memory cells
C) cytotoxic T cells and helper T cells
D) macrophages and residual bodies
E) antigens and antibodies

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Clonal selection of lymphocytes involves the proliferation of a specific type of lymphocyte that recognizes and binds to a specific antigen. This results in the production of effector cells, which directly attack the antigen, and memory cells, which provide long-term immunity by remembering the antigen and quickly producing more effector cells if the antigen is encountered again. Option A involves a different type of white blood cell (eosinophils and basophils) that are not involved in clonal selection. Option C involves two different types of T cells, which are produced as a result of clonal selection but do not describe the actual process. Option D is incorrect as macrophages and residual bodies are not involved in clonal selection. Option E is related to the immune response, but does not accurately describe clonal selection.

Clonal Selection of Lymphocytes Involves the Production of