8. Differentiate the following and give examples of each:
(b) Active and passive immunity
Active immunity | Passive immunity |
Active immunity develops in a person’s own body in response to an infection or any disease |
Passive immunity develops in a person's body when antibodies from outside are injected into the body |
Active immunity does not have side effects |
It may have side effects |
It is long lasting |
It has a short span |
Active immunity takes a long period to provide show effect |
Passive immunity immediately shoe effects and provides relief |