Immunity that results from antibodies that pass through the placenta from mother to fetus is called ________ immunity.
A) naturally acquired active
B) naturally acquired passive
C) artificially acquired active
D) artificially acquired passive
E) innate

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Naturally acquired passive immunity is the immunity that results from the transfer of antibodies from a mother to her fetus or newborn through placental transfer or breastfeeding. This type of immunity is passive because the fetus or newborn does not produce their own antibodies, but rather receives pre-formed antibodies from the mother.

Immunity That Results from Antibodies That Pass Through the Placenta