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Different branches of biology focus on various aspects of living entities. "Immunology" pertains to the study of the immune system.

Gerontology studies aging, Herpetology deals with reptiles and amphibians, and Ichthyology is about fish.

Hence, the correct answer is D, "Immunology". Each option represents a different field of study, but only "Immunology" is concerned with the immune system.

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Sebum is an oily substance, composed of triglycerides, waxes, and cholesterol.

It is specifically produced by the sebaceous glands.

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The skin has multiple functions in our body, including insulation, sensation, and temperature regulation.

The blood capillaries beneath the skin are primarily associated with temperature regulation.

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The human body has various defense mechanisms, with the first line of defense being physical barriers such as the skin, digestive tract, and mucous and cilia.

These mechanisms work together to prevent pathogens from entering the body.

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Red Blood Cells (RBCs) are unique in that they don't possess a nucleus.

They have a lifespan of around 120 days and are generated in the bone marrow.

Leukocytes, however, are a term used for White Blood Cells (WBCs), not RBCs.

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Fever is a symptom of the body's defense mechanism against infection.

It can stimulate the immune system, create an unfavorable environment for invading organisms, and result in a higher production of WBCs.

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Cilia and hair operate as the body's first line of defense in the respiratory tract, filtering out harmful particles from the inhaled air.

These particles can include bacteria, pollen grains, and dust particles.

Short Hint: The human immune system comprises various layers of defense, with the first and second lines of defense being nonspecific. Macrophages, a type of white blood cell, are known to engulf and digest a significant number of microbes. However, contrary to statement D, it's actually B-lymphocytes that release antibodies, not T-lymphocytes.

Short Hint: Blood can be divided into cellular components and a liquid component. When blood is separated from its cells, the remaining liquid is referred to as "plasma". Plasma plays a critical role in transportation and signaling within the body.

Short Hint: The thymus gland plays a key role in the immune system, especially in the development and maturation of T lymphocytes. If the thymus were removed, it would lead to a disruption in the production of T lymphocytes. The production of monocytes, B lymphocytes, and basophils would not be directly affected by the absence of the thymus.

Short Hint: The medical term for raised body temperature is 'Pyrexia', often colloquially referred to as 'fever'. Pyrexia doesn't relate to the increase in blood pressure (Hypertension), sensitivity (Hypesthesia), or metabolism (Hypermetabolism). It's a defensive mechanism that helps the body control the spread of pathogens.

Short Hint: B cells are a crucial part of the adaptive immune system. When activated, B cells divide and differentiate, but not into T cells (option A) or antigens (option B). They transform into plasma cells, entities that produce a substantial number of antibodies.

Short Hint: An 'antigen' is a substance that can provoke an immune response. This substance is not called an 'Immunoglobulin' (A), 'Collagen' (C), or an 'Allergen' (D). A more formal term for an antigen is an 'Immunogen', as it generates an immune response.

Short Hint: Vasodilation refers to the widening of blood vessels, which aids in fluid loss and accelerates the movement of neutrophils to the inflammation site. The process is not induced by interferons, immunoglobulins, or the engulfing of antigens. The triggering agent for vasodilation is histamine.

Short Hint: The Complement system is a critical part of our immune response. The lipid-sugar molecules that activate it are not present on the surface of viruses, protozoa, or nematodes. These molecules are found on the surface of bacteria, triggering the Complement proteins.

Short Hint: The nose and nasal cavities carry out several functions that prepare incoming air for our lungs. They not only filter the air but also warm and moisten it. This is essential as dry and cold air can harm the delicate tissues in the airways and lungs.

Short Hint: Large monocytes present in the tissues are known as 'Macrophages', and not neutrophils, lymphocytes, or eosinophils. Monocytes transform into different types of cells based on the body’s needs, with 'Macrophages' being one of the common forms they take.

Short Hint: The sebaceous gland gives the skin an acidic nature, not a basic or neutral one. This acidity helps to create an environment that is unfavorable for the growth of bacteria.

Short Hint: The second line of defense includes elements like an increased production of histamine, phagocytes, and the inflammatory response, but not stomach acid. Stomach acid, mucous, cilia, and hair-like structures are part of the first line of defense.

Short Hint: The largest organ of the human integumentary system is not the liver, spleen, or pancreas. The term 'integument' refers to the skin, which forms the first line of defense in the body.

Short Hint: The non-specific defense mechanisms include the first and second lines of defense, but not the third line of defense. The third line of defense is a specific defense mechanism.

Short Hint: Histamine is not part of the body's first line of defense, nor does it dissolve germs or come from microbes or germs. Histamine plays a role in inciting an inflammatory response, which in the respiratory tract manifests as sneezing and a runny nose. Thus, the correct statement about histamine is C, "It induces sneezing and a runny nose to expel germs from the body".

Short Hint: The spleen and liver, not the kidney, bone marrow, or pancreas, serve as the site where worn-out and old blood cells are destroyed. These organs play a crucial role in cleaning the body of cellular debris, which is primarily collected in lymphatic capillaries.

Short Hint: Antibodies, also known as immunoglobulins, not antigens, hormones, or blood clotting proteins, provide immunity against various diseases. These proteins are a vital part of the immune system, helping us combat infections.

Short Hint: Neutrophils are attracted to the site of an injury or cut through a process known as 'Chemotaxis', not diffusion, phagocytosis, or pinocytosis. 'Chemotaxis' is induced by chemical signals like histamine and bradykinin, which direct the movement of neutrophils to the affected area.

Short Hint: Epidermal dendritic cells, a type of macrophages, are found in the skin, not the pancreas or liver, or all of these. These cells actively patrol the skin to phagocytize (engulf and digest) pathogens.

Short Hint: Antibodies are classified as globular proteins, not glycoproteins, conjugated molecules, or lipoproteins. These are not attached to lipid or carbohydrate molecules but are instead spherical in shape.

Short Hint: The first line of defense of the immune system does not include Leukocytes, but it does include the skin, stomach acid, and mucus. Leukocytes, or white blood cells, form part of the second line of defense.

Short Hint: The sebaceous gland, not the sweat gland or both, is responsible for the production of oil, which consists of triglycerides, waxes, and cholesterol. This gland is integral for maintaining skin health by preventing dryness and providing a protective layer.

Short Hint: Cell-mediated response is facilitated by T-Lymphocytes, not B-Lymphocytes, Antigens, or Antibodies. B-Lymphocytes are associated with the humoral or antibody immune response.

Short Hint: Both Neutrophils and Natural Killer Cells (NKC) are types of lymphocytes, and this classification is not limited to either one alone or none of these. These cells play a significant role in the immune system, providing defense against infections and diseases.

Detailed Hint: The dermis layer of the skin contains protein fibers known as Collagen, not Keratin, Actin, or all of these. Collagen fibers are tough and fibrous, offering strength, flexibility, and a youthful appearance to the skin. Aging leads to reduced collagen, resulting in wrinkles on the skin.

Detailed Hint: Blood from which clotting material, such as plasma proteins like fibrinogen, has been removed is known as Serum, not Lymph, Blood, or Plasma. Upon removal of clotting factors, the remaining liquid is termed as serum.

Detailed Hint: Sweat secreted by the Sweat glands contains not just one element, but all of these constituents: Salt, Lysozyme (an enzyme), and Urea. These components are essential for maintaining body temperature and eliminating waste products.

Detailed Hint: Among the given options, CD8 cells refer to Cytotoxic T-cells, not NK cells, Plasma cells, or Helper T-cells. Distinct types of T cells exist, with CD8 cells including Cytotoxic T cells and Suppressor T cells, and CD4 cells encompassing Helper T-cells.

Detailed Hint: Interferons are identified as Proteins, not Carbohydrates, Lipids, or Cellulose. These proteins act as defensive mechanisms against viral intrusions.

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Both A and B, which refer to the Sweat gland and Sebaceous gland respectively, are classified as integumentary glands, and not either one alone or none of these.

These glands contribute to creating an environment on the skin that is less conducive for the growth of pathogens.

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Among the provided options, Interferon gamma is secreted by Activated T-cells, not by Macrophages, Activated beta cells, or Natural killer cells.

While Interferon alpha and beta are produced by white blood cells and fibroblasts, Interferon gamma is distinctly produced by activated T-cells.

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Among the given options, a highly saline environment is Unfavourable for most microbes, not Favourable, without any effect, or none of these.

Substances like sweat, sebum, and saliva create saline or antiseptic conditions that hinder the survival of most microbes.

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The role of natural killer cells, a type of lymphocytes, is Cytotoxic, not Neurotoxic, Phagocytic, or none of these.

These cells are integral components of the immune system and contribute to the body's defense against disease.