1
answer
0
watching
144
views
7 Jan 2019
List and explain nonspecific immune defenses in plants found in a chaparral
environment
DEFENSE AGAINST HERBIVORS
DEFENSE AGAINST PATHOGENS
List and explain nonspecific immune defenses in plants found in a chaparral
environment
DEFENSE AGAINST HERBIVORS
DEFENSE AGAINST PATHOGENS
1
answer
0
watching
144
views
For unlimited access to Homework Help, a Homework+ subscription is required.
Keith LeannonLv2
10 Jan 2019
Related textbook solutions
Related questions
Part of the reason for Scottâs acne is the overproduction ofsebum. Scottâs initial instinct is that shutting down production ofsebum would be the quickest route to eliminating his acne; however,sebum actually plays an important role in maintaining the skin as afirst line of defense against pathogens. Which of the followingbest describes the role of sebum as a component of the first lineof defense?
Select all that apply.
Sebum helps to keep the pH of the skin low, which inhibits thegrowth of microorganisms. | |
Sebum creates an anaerobic environment, thereby preventing thegrowth of pathogenic organisms. | |
Sebum forms a protective layer over the skin. | |
Sebum contains enzymes that inhibit the growth ofpathogens. |