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How does an antibody destroy a bacterium?

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Antigens are proteins that are found on the surface of the pathogen. The antibodies destroy the antigen (pathogen) which is then engulfed and digested by macrophages. White blood cells can also produce chemicals called antitoxins which destroy the toxins (poisons) some bacteria produce when they have invaded the body.

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