The ability of the specific immune system to produce many identical B cells that recognize a specific antigen:
A)cross reaction
B)clonal selection
C)gamma globulin
D)species immunity

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Clonal selection is the process by which B cells that recognize a specific antigen are selected to proliferate and differentiate into many identical B cells that produce antibodies against that antigen. This is a key feature of the specific immune system's ability to recognize and respond to a wide range of foreign antigens. Cross reaction refers to the ability of antibodies to recognize and bind to antigens that are similar but not identical to the original antigen. Gamma globulin is a general term for the class of antibodies that circulate in the blood and lymphatic system. Species immunity refers to the fact that different species have different immune systems that are specialized to recognize and respond to specific pathogens.

The Ability of the Specific Immune System to Produce Many