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The virus that causes AIDS mainly attacks which cells of the immune system?

Answer: helper T cells.

  • A helper T cells
  • B red blood cells
  • C nerve cells
  • D muscle cells

Correct answer: A. helper T cells

Explanation: HIV destroys helper T lymphocytes, weakening the immune response.

Antibody (Y-shaped) Binding an Antigenconstant region (Fc)variable regionvariable regionantigenantigen2 identical heavy chains+ 2 identical light chains

An antibody is Y-shaped, with two identical antigen-binding sites at the tips of the variable regions - each shaped to recognise one specific antigen - while the constant (Fc) region at the base is recognised by immune cells to trigger further responses.

Concept context

Innate and adaptive immunity, B cells, T cells, antibodies, vaccines, and immune disorders. Critical for NEET.

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