Immunity pts 1 & 2

Question 1

Define active immunity

Answer 1

Developed after exposure to microorganisms , actively stimulating gain of memory cells. e.g. vaccination

Question 2

Define passive immunity

Answer 2

Antibody’s introduced to the body from an external source. e.g. breast milk- antibodies from mother

Question 3

What is acquired immunity

Answer 3

A developed protection against specific microbes or infectious agents