Which of the following best describes an example of a nonspecific external response to infectious agents?

A: Phagocytes consume infectious agents through the process of endocytosis.

B: The presence of infectious agents causes inflammation and swelling in localized areas.

C: Sweat creates an acidic environment, which inhibits growth of infectious agents.

D: Memory B cells recognize infectious agents and destroy them before they can enter the body.

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Averie

5 December, 14:45

Which of the following best describes an example of a nonspecific external response to infectious agents?

A: Phagocytes consume infectious agents through the process of endocytosis.

B: The presence of infectious agents causes inflammation and swelling in localized areas.

C: Sweat creates an acidic environment, which inhibits growth of infectious agents.

D: Memory B cells recognize infectious agents and destroy them before they can enter the body.

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Valeria Clarke · Answer 1

Keyword on this question would be external so while A is biologically correct, it happens internally so it's wrong. Inflammation and swelling occurs below skin surface so internal as well. C is an external response while D is also internal. So your answer would be C