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Define the terms immunity and immune system.

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  • IMMUNITY: Immunity is the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.
  • IMMUNE SYSTEM: Immune system is the organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins. Organs include the thymus, bone marrow, and lymph nodes.

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