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Differentiate between the following with examples:
(a) Innate and acquired immunity
(b) Active and passive immunity

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Innate immunity Acquired immunity
a) It is non-specific to the pathogen.a) It is specific to pathogens.
b) It is inherited from parents.b) It is acquired after birth.
c) For example, stomach acid and skin.c) For example, antibodies.
b)
Active immunity Passive immunity
a) The body produces its own antibody.a) Readymade antibodies are used.
b) It shows long-lasting effects.b) It does not show long-lasting effects.
c) For example, vaccine.c) For example, IgG

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