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Cells of immune system - class-XII

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Agranulocytes responsible for immune response of the body are

  1. Basophils

  2. Neutrophils

  3. Eosinophils

  4. Lymphocytes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agranulocytes are leukocytes that either lack granules in their cytoplasm or have granulocytes that are not as apparent as in the other cell types. Agranulocytes are basically of two types - monocytes and lymphocytes. They are both involved in the immune responses of the body.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Lymphocytes.'

Component of blood responsible for producing antibodies is?

  1. Thrombocytes

  2. Monocytes

  3. Erythrocytes

  4. Lymphocytes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lymphocytes are one of the main types of immune cells. Lymphocytes are divided mainly into B and T cells. B lymphocytes produce antibodies - proteins (gamma globulins) that recognize foreign substances (antigen) and attach themselves to them. B lymphocytes (or B cells) are each programmed to make one specific antibody.


So, the correct answer is 'Lymphocytes'.

Which one of the following blood cells is involved in antibody production?

  1. B-Lymphoqrtes

  2. T-Lymphocytes

  3. RBC

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
Antibodies are proteins released by B-cells that target and work against specific antigens. These B-cells are a type of lymphocytes and hence are also referred to as B-lymphocytes.
Thus, the correct answer is 'B-Lymphocytes.'

Read the following statements.


A- Lymphocytes are most common agranulocytes.
B- Platelet count is between $1.5-3.5$ lakh/$mm^3$ of blood.
C- When thrombokinase acts, prothrombin is formed.
D. Universal donor of ABO blood group system lacks Anti A and Anti B antibodies.

How many statements are incorrect?

  1. None

  2. One

  3. Two

  4. Three


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A- Prothrombin is converted into thrombin by prothrombinase & then thrombin transforms fibrinogen into fibrin.

  • Agranulocytes are lymphocytes & monocytes. 
  • Platelets circulate within our blood and platelet count less than 150,000 is termed as thrombocytopenia. 
  • Universal donor of ABO blood group shows neither the presence of anti A & anti B antigens on their erythrocytes.

The letter T in T-lymphocyte refers to

  1. Thymus

  2. Thyroid

  3. Thalamus

  4. Tonsil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The letter T in T-lymphocyte refers to Thymus. T cells or T lymphocytes are a type of lymphocyte, that play a central role in cell-mediated immunity. They can be distinguished from other lymphocytes, such as B cells and natural killer cells, by the presence of a T-cell receptor on the cell surface. They are called T cells because they mature in the thymus.

Which of the following is not a granulocyte?

  1. Lymphocyte

  2. Basophil

  3. Neutrophil

  4. Eosinophil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A lymphocyte is not a granulocyte. Granulocytes are a category of white blood cells characterized by the presence of granules in their cytoplasm. There are three principal types of granulocytes- basophil granulocytes, eosinophil granulocytes and neutrophil granulocytes. Lymphocytes and monocytes are the agranulocytes. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

The lymphocytes protect from

  1. Pathogens

  2. Lymph

  3. Leucocytes

  4. Toxins

  5. Both A and D


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

There are two main types of lymphocytes: B cells and T cells. The B cells make antibodies that attack bacteria and toxins while the T cells attack body cells themselves when they have been taken over by viruses or have become cancerous. Lymphocytes are small white blood cells that play a large role in defending the body against disease. Hence, the lymphocytes are responsible for immune responses.

Which of the following is agranulocyte?

  1. Lymphocyte

  2. Eosinophil

  3. Basophil

  4. Neutrophil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A lymphocyte is any of the three kinds as B-cells, T-cells and natural killer or NK cells. All these are agranulocytes.
Eosinophils are granulocytes, that develop during hematopoiesis in the bone marrow.
Basophils are granulocytes i.e., they contain large cytoplasmic granules in the cell nucleus and it stores histamine (a vasodilator), a chemical, which is secreted by the cells, when stimulated, which promotes blood flow to tissues.
Neutrophils are the most abundant type of WBCs. They are phagocytic in nature and are able to engulf foreign substances (like bacteria).

The T lymphocytes are differentiated to resist infection in the _________

  1. Parathyroid gland

  2. Lymph gland

  3. Thymus gland

  4. Adrenal gland


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is not phagocytic in nature?

  1. Monocyte

  2. Lymphocyte

  3. Mast cell

  4. Neutrophil


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Monocytes are a type of WBCs. Monocytes mature in different types of macrophages at different locations. Monocytes and their macrophages serve three main functions as phagocytosis, antigen presentation and cytokine production.
Lymphocytes are B-cells or T-cells and they have receptors on their surface and are able to bind antigens and thus help the foreign substance to get removed from the body. They are not phagocytic in nature.
Mast cell is the part of immune system that contains granules rich in histamine and heparin. They can also participate in the direct killing of organisms by phagocytosis.
Neutrophils are the most abundant type of WBCs. They are phagocytic in nature and are able to engulf foreign substances (like bacteria).
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

Immature lymphocytes are

  1. T-lymphocytes

  2. B-lymphocytes

  3. Thymocytes

  4. Leucocytes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

B-cells (or B-lymphocytes) and T-cells (or T-lymphocytes) are the lymphocytes, that are mature and have receptors on their surface and thus are able to bind to antigens and help the foreign substance to be removed from the body.
Thymocytes are the developing T-cells of hematopoietic origin and are immature.
Leukocytes are the mature white blood cells.
Thus, the correct answer is the option (C), 'Thymocytes'.

Agranulocytes normally develop in

  1. Bone marrow

  2. Liver

  3. Lymph glands and spleen

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
The blood cells are of three major types they are erythrocytes(RBC), leucocytes(WBC) and platelets. Two main categories of WBCs are granulocytes and agranulocytes. Neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are different types of granulocytes, while lymphocytes and monocytes are the agranulocytes.  Lymphocytes are of two major types – ‘B’ and ‘T’ forms. Agranulocytes normally develop in lymph nodes and spleen.
So, the correct answer is 'Lymph glands and spleen'.

Acquired immunity is due to

  1. Physiological and inflammatory barrier

  2. Lymphocytes

  3. Erythrocytes

  4. NK cells


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Acquired immunity is a type of immunity which is not present at birth. It is learned. As a person's immune system encounters various antigens, the components of acquired immunity find the best way to attack each antigen and begins to develop a memory for that antigen. It is also called specific immunity. Acquired immunity takes time to develop after initial exposure to a new antigen.
Lymphocytes are the type of white blood cell responsible for acquired immunity. Acquired immune response begins with antibodies, produced by B cells or B lymphocytes.
Thus, the correct answer is the option (D), 'Lymphocytes'.

Formation of antibodies is the function of

  1. Monocytes

  2. Neutrophils

  3. Basophils

  4. Lymphocytes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lymphocytes are of two major types, ‘B’ and ‘T’ forms. When B lymphocytes recognize foreign antigen they release antibodies. The B cells are known as plasma cells. Hence the formation of antibodies is the function of lymphocytes.

So, the correct answer is 'Lymphocytes'.

Choose correct alternative in the following statements:
Function of WBCs is to

  1. Transport oxygen

  2. Help in clotting of blood

  3. Provide immunity

  4. Provide storage of food


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
White blood cells, also known as leucocytes are components of the formed elements of human blood. They are of two categories: agranulocytes and granulocytes. Their major function is to provide immunity.
So, the correct answer is, 'Provide immunity.'

Identify a function of lymphocytes from the following.

  1. Destruction of poisonous substance

  2. Destruction of bacteria

  3. Destruction of RBC

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

White blood cells are an important part of the immune system. Lymphocytes are one of several different types of white blood cells. Lymphocytes are of two types B cells and T cells. When a macrophage engulfs bacteria B cells release antibodies which cause the destruction of bacteria. The T cells destroy the infectious bacteria by killing the body cells that are affected.

So, the correct answer is 'Destruction of bacteria'.

Which of the following is a unit of immune system?

  1. Lymphocytes

  2. Erythrocyte

  3. Chondrocytes

  4. Parasite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lymphocytes are one of several different types of white blood cells. Lymphocytes are of two types B cells and T cells. When a macrophage engulfs organisms, B cells (humoral immunity) release antibodies which cause the destruction of bacteria. The T cells (cell-mediated immunity) destroy the infectious organisms by killing the body cells that are affected. Hence lymphocytes is a unit of the immune system.

So, the correct answer is 'Lymphocytes'.

A liquid P, light yellow in colour, circulates in the human body only in one direction (from body tissues to the heart). P contains germs from cells and dead cells. P is cleaned of germs and dead cells by a special type of white blood cells called as

  1. Lymphocytes

  2. Parasites

  3. Saprophytes

  4. Hermaphrodites


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The lymph fluid (P) inside the lymph nodes contains lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, which continuously recirculates through the lymph nodes and the bloodstream. Molecules found on bacteria cell walls or chemical substances secreted from bacteria, called antigens, are taken up by antigen cells into the lymph system and then into lymph nodes. In response to the antigens, the lymphocytes in the lymph node make antibodies which will go out of the lymph node into circulation, target the pathogens producing the antigens by targeting them for destruction by other cells and complement.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Which of the following statements are wrong?
(i) Leucocytes disintegrate in the spleen and liver.
(ii) RBC, WBC and blood platelets are produced by bone marrow.
(iii) Neutrophils bring about destruction and detoxification of toxins of protein origin.
(iv) The important function of lymphocytes is to produce antibodies.

  1. (i) and (ii) only

  2. (i) and (iv) only

  3. (i) and (iii) only

  4. (ii) and (iii) only


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The spleen acts to help keep the blood free of unwanted substances, including wastes and infecting organisms. The blood is delivered to it by the splenic artery and passes through smaller branch arteries into a network of channels lined with leukocytes, known as phagocytes. Red blood cells disintegrate in spleen. 

RBC, WBC and blood platelets are produced by hematopoietic stem cells present in bone marrow. 
Neutrophils are phagocytic cells that engulf the foreign particles. They are the first to reach the site of infection. 
B-lymphocytes produce antibodies against the infection or pathogen in human body. 

State the following statement True or False:


White blood cells are also called leukocytes.

  1. True

  2. False


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A) The statement is true as WBCs are called leukocytes because they are colorless and do not possess any pigments.

B) WBCs are called leukocytes.
So the correct answer is 'True'.

Which of the following is not phagocytic?

  1. Neutrophils

  2. Monocytes

  3. Lymphocytes

  4. Eosinophils


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The blood cells are of three major types they are erythrocytes(RBC), leucocytes(WBC) and platelets. Two main categories of WBCs are granulocytes and agranulocytes. Neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are different types of granulocytes, while lymphocytes and monocytes are the agranulocytes.  Lymphocytes are of two major types – ‘B’ and ‘T’ forms. Both B and T lymphocytes are responsible for immune responses of the body.B lymphocytes are responsible for humoral immunity and T lymphocytes in cell-mediated immunity. Hence lymphocytes are not phagocytic.

So, the correct answer is 'Lymphocytes'.

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