The appendix and the Peyerʹs patches of the intestines are components of the
A) clonal deletion process.
B) thymus-associated organs.
C) innate immune response.
D) MALT (mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue).
E) lymphatic vessel system.

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The appendix and Peyer's patches are part of the MALT, which is a component of the immune system that protects the mucous membranes lining the gut and other areas.

The Appendix and the Peyerʹs Patches of the Intestines Are