NEET2022Zoology-Human Health and Disease

NEET 2022 Zoology Immunity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Select the incorrect statement with respect to acquired immunity.

(A) Anamnestic response is due to memory of first encounter.

(B) Acquired immunity is non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth.

(C) Primary response is produced when our body encounters a pathogen for the first time.

(D) Anamnestic response is elicited on subsequent encounters with the same pathogen.

A

Anamnestic response is due to memory of first encounter.

B

Acquired immunity is non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth.

C

Primary response is produced when our body encounters a pathogen for the first time.

D

Anamnestic response is elicited on subsequent encounters with the same pathogen.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Acquired immunity is specific and develops after exposure to antigens, unlike innate immunity which is non-specific and present at birth.

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