Heliobacter pylori is a species of bacteria that causes stomach ulcers. It does this by burrowing into the mucosal lining of the stomach and degrading it to form a hole. By doing so, what type of innate defense is it overcoming?
A)Chemical barriers
B)Mechanical barriers
C)Inflammation
D)Species resistance

Question

Heliobacter pylori is a species of bacteria that causes stomach ulcers. It does this by burrowing into the mucosal lining of the stomach and degrading it to form a hole. By doing so, what type of innate defense is it overcoming? 
A)Chemical barriers
B)Mechanical barriers
C)Inflammation
D)Species resistance

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Heliobacter pylori is overcoming the mechanical barrier provided by the mucosal lining of the stomach.

Heliobacter Pylori Is a Species of Bacteria That Causes Stomach