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____  type of barriers under innate immunity pertains to saliva in the mouth or tears from the eyes?
 

Option: 1

Physiological barriers


Option: 2

Physical barriers


Option: 3

Cytokine barriers 
 


Option: 4

Cellular barriers 
 


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As learnt in Innate Immunity -

 

Physiological Barriers:

  • The skin and mucous membranes secrete certain chemicals that dispose off the pathogens from the body.
  • Acid in the stomach, saliva in the mouth, tears from eyes–all prevent microbial growth.
  • Hence, the correct option is (a). 
     

 

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