The ability of the specific immune system to recognize self from non-self is mediated by
A) cross reaction
B) clonal selection
C) gamma globulin
D) species immunity

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The process of clonal selection allows the specific immune system to recognize and respond to non-self antigens while avoiding attacking self-antigens. This occurs through the selection and proliferation of B and T cells that recognize and bind specific foreign antigens, while those that recognize self-antigens are eliminated or suppressed. Cross reaction, gamma globulin, and species immunity are not directly involved in the recognition of self from non-self by the specific immune system.

The Ability of the Specific Immune System to Recognize Self