ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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What body function is identified in the process described below? Respiratory System-mucus in the lungs traps an infectious bacteria cellImmune System-T-cells attack the bacteria cellNervous System-triggers a cough to remove the mucus from the lungs along with the destroyed bacteria
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regulation of body temperature
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absorption of nutrients
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defense
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reproduction
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The mucus layer provides an essential first host barrier to inhaled pathogens that can prevent pathogen invasion and subsequent infection.
Detailed explanation-2: -Secretions in the trachea and lungs also contain lysozyme and lactoferrin, as well as a diverse group of additional chemical mediators, such as the lipoprotein complex called surfactant, which has antibacterial properties.
Detailed explanation-3: -Our bodies often respond with fever (heat inactivates many viruses), the secretion of a chemical called interferon (which blocks viruses from reproducing), or by marshaling the immune system’s antibodies and other cells to target the invader.
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