Asked by Danielle Saenz on Apr 29, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of adaptive immunity?

A) It has memory.
B) You are born with it.
C) It has specificity.
D) Acquired throughout your lifetime

Adaptive Immunity

Immune status in which there is an ability to recognize, remember, and destroy a specific antigen.

Acquired

Developed or obtained through one's own actions or experiences, not inherent or innate.

Specificity

The ability to distinctly identify or recognize differences, often used in the context of immune responses or biochemical interactions.

  • Comprehend the function of the lymphatic system in immune defense and maintaining fluid equilibrium.
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Thanisorn MukdapipatkulMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Adaptive immunity is not something you are born with; rather, it is acquired throughout your lifetime through exposure to various pathogens. Innate immunity is the type of immunity you are born with.