Asked by Vanessa Wallace on May 12, 2024

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Active natural immunity occurs when

A) antibodies pass from a pregnant mother to her fetus.
B) antibodies are injected into a host.
C) an individual develops a disease.
D) a person is vaccinated.
E) antibodies are passed in breast milk.

Active Natural Immunity

Immunity that develops after exposure to a disease-causing organism, leading to the production of antibodies and immunological memory.

Developing Disease

The process by which a disease begins to form or increase in severity, involving the progression from initial symptoms to more severe conditions.

Vaccinated

Being vaccinated refers to having received a vaccine, which is a substance that stimulates the body's immune response against diseases.

  • Gain an understanding of the essential principles behind immunity categories and the mechanisms through which immunity is obtained, including passive versus active and natural versus artificial approaches.
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BE
Bryce EberlyMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Active natural immunity occurs when an individual is exposed to a pathogen, becomes ill, and then recovers, during which the immune system develops a memory of the pathogen, leading to long-term immunity against the disease.