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How does the stomach protect against pathogens?

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Stomach acid kills bacteria

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How does the trachea/bronchi/nose protect against pathogens?

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Mucus and hairs trap bacteria

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How does skin protect against pathogens?

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Acts as a barrier to stop them getting in.

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How do eyes protect against pathogens?

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Produced tears which wash out pathogens.

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What do white blood cells do?

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They engulf unfamiliar cells and destroy them.

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What do antitoxins do?

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Produce counteracting toxins against bacterial toxins.

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What do antibodies do?

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They recognise pathogens quicker

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GCSE Biology - Infection And Response (7 decks)

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