Human Biology, 14 Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 7 - Section 7.4 - Acquired Immunity - Check Your Progress - Page 143: 2

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Active immunity is acquired immunity that is developed after exposure to an infectious microorganism or antigen following infection or vaccination. Passive immunity is acquired immunity that is developed after antibodies from a person are introduced to another person. It can occur naturally and it provides immediate protection against antigen.

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Active immunity is acquired immunity that is developed after exposure to an infectious microorganism or antigen following infection or vaccination. Passive immunity is acquired immunity that is developed after antibodies from a person are introduced to another person. It can occur naturally and it provides immediate protection against antigen.
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