The Universe Within

Immunity

What is the body’s first line of defense? the skin

What kinds of cells attack foreign invaders? phagocytes

Where do immune system cells develop? in the bone marrow

What cells are used to stop bleeding? platelets

What makes pus? dead phagocytes and bacteria

What cells are used in defense after phagocytes die? macrophages

What cells are used to identify specific invaders? T cells

What cells produce antibodies? B cells

Where do T cells mature? in the thymus

What are antibodies made of? proteins

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