Question

Differentiate between innate immunity and acquired immunity.

Answer 1

Innate Immunity	Acquired immunity
Immunity which is accomplished by providing different types of barrier to the entry of foreign agent or any pathogen into our body is known as innate immunity.	Immunity which is gained because of the primary response generated by encountering the pathogens for the first time. It occurs due to memory cells.
It is present at the time of birth. That's why it is called innate.	It is gained after birth.
It is non-specific type of defence.	It is pathogen specific.
The various physical, physiological, cellular and cytokine barriers are the basis of innate immunity.	The memory cells formed by B and T-cells are the basis of acquired immunity.
The innate immunity remains throughout life.	The acquired immunity can be short-lived or life long.