What kind of immune responses do insects have?
A)innate immunity only
B)innate and acquired immunity similar to that of vertebrates
C)acquired immunity only
D)innate and acquired immunity,but the acquired immune system has fewer cells than that of vertebrates

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Insects have innate immunity only, which includes physical barriers, cellular responses (such as phagocytosis and encapsulation), and production of antimicrobial peptides. They lack an acquired immune response, which is present in vertebrates and involves the production of antibodies and cell-mediated immunity.

What Kind of Immune Responses Do Insects Have