Table of contents

1. Introduction to Microbiology3h 22m
2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation1h 18m
3. Chemical Principles of Microbiology3h 38m
4. Water1h 28m
5. Molecules of Microbiology2h 23m
6. Cell Membrane & Transport3h 28m
7. Prokaryotic Cell Structures & Functions5h 52m
8. Eukaryotic Cell Structures & Functions2h 18m
9. Microscopes2h 46m
10. Dynamics of Microbial Growth4h 36m
11. Controlling Microbial Growth4h 10m
12. Microbial Metabolism5h 16m
13. Photosynthesis2h 31m
14. DNA Replication2h 25m
15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation7h 14m
16. Microbial Genetics4h 44m
17. Biotechnology3h 0m
18. Viruses, Viroids, & Prions4h 56m
19. Innate Immunity7h 15m
20. Adaptive Immunity7h 14m
21. Principles of Disease6h 57m

21. Principles of Disease

5) Avoiding Antibodies

Microbiology

21. Principles of Disease

5) Avoiding Antibodies

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Multiple Choice

IgA is an antibody specifically designed to protect mucous membranes. Why would mucous membranes need extra protect against pathogens?

Pathogens can only infect a host through portals of entry that possess mucous.

Our mucous membranes are commonly exposed to substances and pathogens from the outside world.

Mucous membranes have significantly fewer immune cells to control pathogens than other tissues.

Mucous is built to collect foreign substances and pathogens entering the body.

A and B.

B and D.

C and D.

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Understand the role of IgA: Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is an antibody that plays a crucial role in the immune function of mucous membranes. It is the most abundant antibody in mucosal areas such as the gut, respiratory tract, and urogenital tract.

Identify the function of mucous membranes: Mucous membranes line various cavities in the body and cover the surface of internal organs. They are exposed to the external environment and are the first line of defense against pathogens.

Consider the exposure of mucous membranes: Mucous membranes are constantly exposed to potential pathogens from the outside world, such as bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms, making them vulnerable to infection.

Evaluate the protective role of mucous: Mucous acts as a physical barrier that traps pathogens and foreign particles, preventing them from entering the body and causing infection.

Analyze the options: Given the functions and exposure of mucous membranes, options B (Our mucous membranes are commonly exposed to substances and pathogens from the outside world) and D (Mucous is built to collect foreign substances and pathogens entering the body) are correct, as they highlight the need for additional protection provided by IgA.