Defense of the body against a particular pathogen is provided by
A)nonspecific immunity.
B)specific immunity.
C)immunological surveillance.
D)skin defenses.
E)fever.

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Specific immunity specifically targets and fights against a particular pathogen, whereas nonspecific immunity provides general protection against a wide range of pathogens. Immunological surveillance refers to the body's ability to detect and eliminate abnormal cells, such as cancer cells. Skin defenses and fever are part of nonspecific immunity.

Defense of the Body Against a Particular Pathogen Is Provided