Q. Consider the following statements regarding the human immune system:
1.B-cells are primarily responsible for humoral immunity by producing antibodies that circulate in blood plasma.
2.T-cells directly attack infected cells and coordinate the overall immune response also produce antibodies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 correct: B-cells: Mature in Bone marrow; produce antibodies (Humoral).
  • Statement 2 incorrect: T-cells: Mature in Thymus; responsible for Cell-mediated immunity. T-cells directly attack infected cells and coordinate the overall immune response but do not produce antibodies.
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