Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-lymphocyte that attacks pathogens directly
A)Phagocytosis
B)Specific immunity
C)Macrophage
D)Antibody
E)B cell
F)Nonspecific immunity
G)Antigen
H)T cell
I)Interferon

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T cells directly attack pathogens and infected cells.

Answer: E
 B cells produce antibodies and provide long-term immunity.

Answer: F
 Nonspecific immunity involves barriers such as skin and mucous membranes, as well as non-specific responses like inflammation and fever.

Answer: G
 Antigens are foreign substances that trigger an immune response, such as a virus or bacteria.

Answer: D
 Antibodies are protein molecules produced by B cells that specifically recognize and bind to antigens.

Answer: C
 Macrophages are immune cells that "eat" and destroy pathogens through phagocytosis.

Answer: A
 Phagocytosis is the process by which cells engulf and destroy foreign invaders.

Answer: I
 Interferons are signaling molecules that help prevent the spread of viruses to neighboring cells.

Answer: B
 Specific immunity is the ability of the immune system to target specific pathogens and provide long-term protection.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition