Identify a function of lymphocytes from the following.

Destruction of poisonous substance

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Destruction of bacteria

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Destruction of RBC

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is C Destruction of bacteria
White blood cells are an important part of the immune system. Lymphocytes are one of several different types of white blood cells. Lymphocytes are of two types B cells and T cells. When a macrophage engulfs bacteria B cells release antibodies which cause the destruction of bacteria. The T cells destroy the infectious bacteria by killing the body cells that are affected.
So, the correct answer is 'Destruction of bacteria'.

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