Which statement concerning pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPS) is FALSE?
A) They are features of pathogens recognized by cells of animals.
B) They trigger activation of phagocytes.
C) They react with specific receptors on host cells.
D) They are found on all microbes except viruses.
E) The peptidoglycan of gram-positive bacteria is an example.

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PAMPs are found on a wide range of microbes, including viruses, not just bacteria.

Which Statement Concerning Pathogen-Associated Molecular Patterns (PAMPS) Is FALSE