wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
24
You visited us 24 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

White blood cells (leucocytes) that are non-specific killers of microbes are

A
Phagocytes
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
B-cells
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
killer T-cells
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
helper T-cells
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B Phagocytes
A- Monocytes are the largest of the white blood cells. Macrophages are monocytes that are present in nearly all tissue. They digest cells and pathogens by engulfing them in a process called phagocytosis.
B- B cells are a class of white blood cell known as a lymphocyte. B cells produce specialized proteins called antibodies to counter pathogens. Antibodies help to identify pathogens by binding to them and targeting them for destruction by other immune system cells.
C- Distinguish infected or cancerous cells from normal body cells and attack cells that are not identified as body cells.
D- Assist in the production of antibodies by B cells and help to activate cytotoxic T cells and macrophages.

So, the correct option is 'phagocytes'.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
WBCs - Concept
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon