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9.2.2 Components of the Immune System
The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this immune system. 2. The adaptive immune system: Individuals develop this immunity when exposed to pathogens or chemicals released by pathogens.
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9.2.2 Components of the Immune System
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The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this immune system. 2. The adaptive immune system: Individuals develop this immunity when exposed to pathogens or chemicals released by pathogens. ---
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The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this immune system. 2. The adaptive immune system: Individuals develop this immunity when exposed to pathogens or chemicals released by pathogens. ---
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- The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this im
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- The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this im
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Do not write about 9.2.2 Components of the Immune System without a clear definition.
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Do not mix this idea with a neighbouring chapter concept.
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The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this im
The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this immune system. 2. **The adaptive immune sy
- Definition
- The immune system is composed of two basic parts: 1. The innate immune system: Individuals are born with this immune system. 2. **The adaptive immune sy
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- Do not write about 9.2.2 Components of the Immune System without a clear definition.
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