Innate defenses are
A)fast and nonspecific.
B)slow and nonspecific.
C)fast and specific.
D)slow and specific.

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Innate defenses are fast and nonspecific. They are the body's first line of defense against pathogens and are not tailored to specific pathogens but provide a general response. Examples of innate defenses include physical barriers, such as the skin and mucous membranes, and chemical barriers, such as enzymes and acids in saliva and stomach acid.

Innate Defenses Are