The transference of antibodies from mother to infant is known as:
A) Active immunity
B) Passive immunity
C) Natural immunity
D) Horizontal transmission

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The transference of antibodies from mother to infant is known as passive immunity, as the infant is not producing their own antibodies. This form of immunity is passed from the mother to the infant through breastmilk or the placenta during pregnancy. Active immunity refers to when the body produces its own antibodies in response to an antigen. Natural immunity refers to the immunity obtained through exposure to the infectious agent in the natural environment. Horizontal transmission refers to the spread of disease from one individual to another through direct or indirect contact.

The Transference of Antibodies from Mother to Infant Is Known