In order for a lymphocyte to respond to an antigen, the antigen must
A) bind to the DNA of the lymphocyte.
B) bind to specific receptors on the lymphocyte surface.
C) enter the cytoplasm of the lymphocyte.
D) be phagocytized by the lymphocyte.
E) depolarize the lymphocyte.

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Antigen-specific receptors on the lymphocyte surface bind to the antigen, triggering the lymphocyte to respond.

In Order for a Lymphocyte to Respond to an Antigen