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Which cell of the body exhibit a characteristic feature of phagocytosis?

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Erythrocytes
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Leucocytes
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Thrombocytes
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Neurons
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Solution

The correct option is B Leucocytes
WBCs, also known as Leucocytes, are amoeboid in shape with prominent nuclei. WBCs are involved in phagocytosis i.e engulfing the germs and producing antibodies to resist the pathogens entering the body(immunity).

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